John-Paul Voelkel, M.D.
NPI 1952522666 · Gastroenterology Physician · Huntsville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John-Paul Voelkel, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Huntsville, AL (NPI 1952522666).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952522666
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.28085 (AL)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,102 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 538 | $30 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 349 | $116 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 279 | $60 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 184 | $52 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 141 | $73 |
| Insertion of Guide Wire With Dilation of Esophagus Using a Flexible Endoscope43248 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 563 | 227 |
| Famotidine | 398 | 153 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 228 | 94 |
| Omeprazole | 161 | 66 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 105 | 41 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 64 | 62 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 61 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,909 across 157 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 (2)
- 2007 Gallatin St SwHuntsville, AL 35801-4561Phone: (256) 519-2919Fax: (256) 519-2887
- 460 Lanier Rd Ste 201Madison, AL 35758-2632Phone: (256) 519-2890Fax: (256) 428-0468
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-01
- Last updated
- 2018-04-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is John-Paul Voelkel's NPI number?
- John-Paul Voelkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952522666, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John-Paul Voelkel's specialty?
- John-Paul Voelkel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John-Paul Voelkel located?
- John-Paul Voelkel's practice location on file with NPPES is 119 Longwood Dr Sw, Huntsville, AL 35801-4522.
- What is John-Paul Voelkel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John-Paul Voelkel is (256) 533-6488.
- Does John-Paul Voelkel accept Medicare?
- John-Paul Voelkel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John-Paul Voelkel's NPI active?
- Yes — John-Paul Voelkel's NPI (1952522666) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-04-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.