Joseph Sturkie, PA
NPI 1720621113 · Physician Assistant · West Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Sturkie, PA is a Physician Assistant provider in West Columbia, SC (NPI 1720621113).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720621113
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 3620 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
6 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
511 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 225 | $147 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 224 | $102 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 49 | $172 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making99283 | 13 | $56 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $56–$172 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | 65 | 63 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 58 | 58 |
| Methocarbamol | 46 | 46 |
| Diclofenac Potassium | 36 | 36 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 31 | 31 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 31 | 31 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 28 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 2435 Forest DrColumbia, SC 29204-2026Phone: (843) 792-1414
- 14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 350Columbia, SC 29203-6896Phone: (803) 434-1663Fax: (803) 434-3894
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2019-10-18
- Last updated
- 2023-03-17
- Certified
- 2023-03-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Sturkie's NPI number?
- Joseph Sturkie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720621113, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Sturkie's specialty?
- Joseph Sturkie is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Joseph Sturkie located?
- Joseph Sturkie's practice location on file with NPPES is 222 E Medical Ln Ste 100&200, West Columbia, SC 29169-4847.
- What is Joseph Sturkie's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Sturkie is (803) 935-8410.
- Does Joseph Sturkie accept Medicare?
- Joseph Sturkie is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Sturkie's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Sturkie's NPI (1720621113) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.