Joel Hoekema, M.D.
NPI 1770508509 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Bellingham, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Hoekema, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Bellingham, WA (NPI 1770508509).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770508509
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD00039875 (WA)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
604 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 74 | $95 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 67 | $130 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 67 | $90 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 65 | $128 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 58 | $79 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-13
- Last updated
- 2014-09-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Hoekema's NPI number?
- Joel Hoekema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770508509, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Hoekema's specialty?
- Joel Hoekema is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Hoekema located?
- Joel Hoekema's practice location on file with NPPES is 2979 Squalicum Pkwy, Bellingham, WA 98225-1811.
- What is Joel Hoekema's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Hoekema is (360) 733-7670.
- Does Joel Hoekema accept Medicare?
- Joel Hoekema is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Hoekema's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Hoekema's NPI (1770508509) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-09-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.