Joseph Crookshank, M.D.
NPI 1710245964 · Interventional Pain Medicine Physician · Lake Charles, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Crookshank, M.D. is a Interventional Pain Medicine Physician provider in Lake Charles, LA (NPI 1710245964).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710245964
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Pain Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 302153 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,673 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 544 | $117 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 166 | $120 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 158 | $155 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Facet Joint64636 | 131 | $75 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Single Facet Joint64635 | 126 | $252 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 243 | 63 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 108 | 48 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 89 | 59 |
| Methylprednisolone | 61 | 54 |
| Diazepam | 52 | 42 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 46 | 27 |
| Cephalexin | 32 | 30 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$532 across 15 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 1514 Jefferson HwyBrent House Suite 634New Orleans, LA 70121-2429Phone: (504) 842-3000
- 1514 Jefferson HwyBrent House Suite 634New Orleans, LA 70121-2429Phone: (504) 842-3000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-04-25
- Last updated
- 2018-03-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Crookshank's NPI number?
- Joseph Crookshank's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710245964, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Crookshank's specialty?
- Joseph Crookshank is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Crookshank located?
- Joseph Crookshank's practice location on file with NPPES is 1747 Imperial Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70605-5362.
- What is Joseph Crookshank's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Crookshank is (337) 721-7236.
- Does Joseph Crookshank accept Medicare?
- Joseph Crookshank is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Crookshank's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Crookshank's NPI (1710245964) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-03-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.