Joel Funk, M.D.
NPI 1881720894 · Urology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Funk, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1881720894).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881720894
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 36574 (AZ)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
816 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic Assessment of Bladder Emptying51741 | 147 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 142 | $94 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 120 | $63 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 97 | $129 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 80 | $70 |
| Complete Laser Fragmentation of Prostate Including Control of Bleeding Using an Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 80 | 37 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 59 | 25 |
| Finasteride | 41 | 16 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 20 | 19 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 20 | 19 |
| Gentamicin in Nacl, Iso-Osmbrand: Gentamicin Sulfate in Ns | 12 | — |
| Methenamine Hippurate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$73,431 across 89 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 (1)
- 1501 N Campbell AveTucson, AZ 85724-0001Phone: (520) 626-4459Fax: (520) 626-4493
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-02-26
- Last updated
- 2025-09-09
- Certified
- 2025-09-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Funk's NPI number?
- Joel Funk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881720894, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Funk's specialty?
- Joel Funk is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Funk located?
- Joel Funk's practice location on file with NPPES is 619 19th St S, Birmingham, AL 35249-1900.
- What is Joel Funk's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Funk is (205) 731-9701.
- Does Joel Funk accept Medicare?
- Joel Funk is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Funk's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Funk's NPI (1881720894) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.