Thomas Watson, MD
NPI 1972714178 · Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician · Jefferson City, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Watson, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician provider in Jefferson City, MO (NPI 1972714178).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972714178
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Vascular & Interventional Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2007033183 (MO)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,937 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 580 | $8 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 244 | $9 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 234 | $38 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 215 | $67 |
| Mri Scan of Pelvis Before and After Contrast72197 | 203 | $99 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 174 | $10 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$95 across 3 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 (1)
- 1 Barnes Jewish Hospital PlzSaint Louis, MO 63110-1003Phone: (314) 362-7100
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-28
- Last updated
- 2025-12-16
- Certified
- 2025-12-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Watson's NPI number?
- Thomas Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972714178, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Watson's specialty?
- Thomas Watson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Watson located?
- Thomas Watson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1125 Madison St, Jefferson City, MO 65101-5227.
- What is Thomas Watson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Watson is (573) 632-5024.
- Does Thomas Watson accept Medicare?
- Thomas Watson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Watson's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Watson's NPI (1972714178) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.