Joel Oster, MD
NPI 1881794873 · Neurology Physician · Pittsfield, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Oster, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Pittsfield, MA (NPI 1881794873).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881794873
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 205287 (MA)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
806 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Awake and Drowsy95816 | 262 | $59 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 137 | $101 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 75 | $69 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity With Video (veeg), 12-26 Hours With Review and Report By Health Care Professional95720 | 59 | $216 |
| Sleep Study Including Heart Rate, Breathing, Airflow, and Effort95806 | 43 | $45 |
| Sleep Study in Sleep Lab (6 Years Or Older)95810 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 59 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levetiracetam | 354 | 61 |
| Lamotrigine | 233 | 30 |
| Lacosamide | 195 | 29 |
| Topiramate | 122 | 21 |
| Brivaracetambrand: Briviact | 119 | 14 |
| Phenobarbital | 118 | 13 |
| Divalproex Sodium | 102 | 14 |
| Zonisamide | 99 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$599 across 5 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
- 2006-09-22
- Last updated
- 2025-09-12
- Certified
- 2025-09-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Oster's NPI number?
- Joel Oster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881794873, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Oster's specialty?
- Joel Oster is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Oster located?
- Joel Oster's practice location on file with NPPES is 777 North St, Pittsfield, MA 01201-4147.
- What is Joel Oster's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Oster is (413) 395-7694.
- Does Joel Oster accept Medicare?
- Joel Oster is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Oster's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Oster's NPI (1881794873) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.