Joseph Rivers, M.D.
NPI 1699937391 · Anesthesiology Physician · Augusta, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Rivers, M.D. is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Augusta, GA (NPI 1699937391).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1699937391
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 003093 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
112 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Esophagus, Stomach, Or Upper Small Bowel Using an Endoscope00731 | 31 | $62 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure on Small and Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00813 | 25 | $69 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00811 | 17 | $60 |
| Injection of Local Anesthetic for Abdominal Wall Pain Control on Both Sides Using Imaging Guidance64488 | 14 | $63 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Agent And/Or Steroid Into Thigh Nerve (femoral Nerve)64447 | 13 | $65 |
| Continuous Infusion of Anesthetic Agent And/Or Steroid Into Arm Nerve Bundle Through Catheter64416 | 12 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (4)
- 941 Spring Creek RdChattanooga, TN 37412-3909Phone: (423) 894-7870
- 2333 Mccallie AveChattanooga, TN 37404-3258Phone: (423) 698-6061
- 2525 Desales AveChattanooga, TN 37404-1161Phone: (423) 495-2525
- 2051 Hamill RdHixson, TN 37343-6614Phone: (423) 495-7100
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-25
- Last updated
- 2019-03-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Rivers's NPI number?
- Joseph Rivers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699937391, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Rivers's specialty?
- Joseph Rivers is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Rivers located?
- Joseph Rivers's practice location on file with NPPES is 1120 15th St, Augusta, GA 30912-0004.
- What is Joseph Rivers's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Rivers is (706) 721-4544.
- Does Joseph Rivers accept Medicare?
- Joseph Rivers is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Rivers's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Rivers's NPI (1699937391) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-03-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.