Joseph Housel, MD
NPI 1740306182 · Dermatology Physician · Liverpool, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Housel, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Liverpool, NY (NPI 1740306182).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740306182
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 249753 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,896 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 995 | $6 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 548 | $533 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, Each Additional Stage, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17312 | 503 | $388 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 424 | $87 |
| Complicated Repair of Wound of Scalp, Arms, Or Legs, 2.6-7.5 Cm13121 | 374 | $221 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Trunk, Arms, Or Legs, 1-5 Tissue Blocks |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | 1,902 | 1,298 |
| Mupirocin | 421 | 284 |
| Gentamicin Sulfate | 389 | 264 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 205 | 160 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 63 | 43 |
| Hydrocortisone | 63 | 40 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 60 | 33 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 56 | 40 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$847 across 51 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-03-21
- Last updated
- 2025-01-28
- Certified
- 2025-01-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Housel's NPI number?
- Joseph Housel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740306182, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Housel's specialty?
- Joseph Housel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Housel located?
- Joseph Housel's practice location on file with NPPES is 235 Greenfield Pkwy, Liverpool, NY 13088-6651.
- What is Joseph Housel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Housel is (315) 452-3376.
- Does Joseph Housel accept Medicare?
- Joseph Housel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Housel's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Housel's NPI (1740306182) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.