Joseph Scales, M.D.
NPI 1952367120 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Huntsville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Scales, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Huntsville, AL (NPI 1952367120).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952367120
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 55036 (TN)
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
20 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
5,669 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Screening 3d Breast Mammography77063 | 882 | $26 |
| Screening Mammography77067 | 881 | $33 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 406 | $9 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 204 | $8 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan Behind Abdominal Cavity76770 | 188 | $32 |
| Ct Scan of Chest Without Contrast71250 | 176 | $47 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$171 across 7 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
- 2006-04-25
- Last updated
- 2023-08-31
- Certified
- 2023-08-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Scales's NPI number?
- Joseph Scales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952367120, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Scales's specialty?
- Joseph Scales is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Scales located?
- Joseph Scales's practice location on file with NPPES is 2006 Franklin St Se, Huntsville, AL 35801-4551.
- What is Joseph Scales's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Scales is (256) 539-0457.
- Does Joseph Scales accept Medicare?
- Joseph Scales is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Scales's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Scales's NPI (1952367120) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.