Joshua Palka, DO
NPI 1942692363 · Urology Physician · Howell, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joshua Palka, DO is a Urology Physician provider in Howell, MI (NPI 1942692363).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942692363
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2020020218 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,622 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 | 658 | $128 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 643 | $2 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 640 | $17 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 242 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 185 | $91 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan Behind Abdominal Cavity |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 491 | 176 |
| Finasteride | 227 | 76 |
| Cephalexin | 197 | 129 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 123 | 37 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 82 | 30 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 73 | 65 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 71 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,463 across 108 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 (3)
- 1 William Carls Dr Ste 210Commerce Twp, MI 48382Phone: (248) 387-2733Fax: (248) 387-2735
- 25500 Meadowbrook Rd Ste 225Novi, MI 48375Phone: (248) 426-1300Fax: (248) 426-1311
- 2300 Haggerty Rd Ste 2000West Bloomfield, MI 48323Phone: (248) 624-9900Fax: (248) 896-5450
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-02-22
- Last updated
- 2021-07-30
- Certified
- 2021-07-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joshua Palka's NPI number?
- Joshua Palka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942692363, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joshua Palka's specialty?
- Joshua Palka is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joshua Palka located?
- Joshua Palka's practice location on file with NPPES is 620 Byron Rd Ste 1201, Howell, MI 48843.
- What is Joshua Palka's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joshua Palka is (517) 545-6548.
- Does Joshua Palka accept Medicare?
- Joshua Palka is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joshua Palka's NPI active?
- Yes — Joshua Palka's NPI (1942692363) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-07-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.