Joel Tucker, M.D.
NPI 1912068677 · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Biloxi, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Tucker, M.D. is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Biloxi, MS (NPI 1912068677).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912068677
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- TRN9064 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2,346 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 476 | $115 |
| Destruction of Peripheral Nerve Or Branch64640 | 363 | $130 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 323 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 216 | $81 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 169 | $40 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 165 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 162 | 105 |
| Methylprednisolone | 144 | 131 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 115 | 53 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 83 | 44 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 67 | 59 |
| Mupirocin | 51 | 48 |
| Amoxicillin | 41 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$15 across 1 record (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
- 2006-12-13
- Last updated
- 2017-03-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Tucker's NPI number?
- Joel Tucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912068677, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Tucker's specialty?
- Joel Tucker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Tucker located?
- Joel Tucker's practice location on file with NPPES is 1720a Medical Park Dr, Biloxi, MS 39532-2129.
- What is Joel Tucker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Tucker is (228) 392-9355.
- Does Joel Tucker accept Medicare?
- Joel Tucker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Tucker's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Tucker's NPI (1912068677) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-03-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.