Joel Lightner, M.D.
NPI 1760659684 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Huntsville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Lightner, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Huntsville, AL (NPI 1760659684).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1760659684
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101253064 (VA)
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 tenure28% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
3,386 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Screening 3d Breast Mammography77063 | 887 | $26 |
| Screening Mammography77067 | 886 | $33 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 259 | $9 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 161 | $8 |
| Diagnostic Digital Breast Tomosynthesis, Unilateral Or Bilateral (list Separately in Addition to 77065 Or 77066)G0279 | 128 | $26 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 125 | $10 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1700 Center StDepartment of RadiologyMobile, AL 36604-3301Phone: (251) 415-1660Fax: (251) 415-1016
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-05-09
- Last updated
- 2021-06-11
- Certified
- 2021-06-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Lightner's NPI number?
- Joel Lightner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760659684, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Lightner's specialty?
- Joel Lightner is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Lightner located?
- Joel Lightner's practice location on file with NPPES is 2006 Franklin St Se Ste 200, Huntsville, AL 35801-4537.
- What is Joel Lightner's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Lightner is (256) 539-0457.
- Does Joel Lightner accept Medicare?
- Joel Lightner is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Lightner's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Lightner's NPI (1760659684) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-06-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.