Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joshua Wharton, M.D.
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Guntersville, AL
- NPI 1003014762
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 68.9 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2307 Homer Clayton Dr
Guntersville, AL 359762205
(256) 571-8770
fax (256) 571-8775
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 28, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #002457
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1003014762. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
18,535
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$624,506
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J7345 |
Aminolevulinic acid hcl for topical administration, 10% gel, 10 mg | 11,800 | 35 | $2 | |
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 2,663 | 464 | $6 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 937 | 623 | $47 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 923 | 650 | $84 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 344 | 294 | $98 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 340 | 275 | $72 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 272 | 193 | $118 | |
17311 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | 221 | 176 | $589 | |
17312 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks | 151 | 123 | $380 | |
13152 |
Complicated repair of wound of eyelids, nose, ears, or lip, 2.6-7.5 cm | 129 | 110 | $238 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 639. This provider delivers 29× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$3,384
Transactions
160
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 45 | $910.76 | |
| Dermavant Sciences, Inc. | 10 | $336.01 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 15 | $326.05 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 18 | $311.34 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 18 | $253.64 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 8 | $202.70 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 9 | $173.90 | |
| UCB, Inc. | 6 | $146.10 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 8 | $141.54 | |
| LEO Pharma Inc. | 7 | $132.57 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 5 | $94.37 | |
| Biofrontera Inc. | 3 | $63.54 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 3 | $59.26 | |
| Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. | 3 | $51.18 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2 | $37.18 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,113
Patients
490
Total drug cost
$500,998
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 141 | 61 | $4,482 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 134 | 62 | $10,829 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | Generic | 131 | 42 | $3,586 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 95 | 59 | $2,021 |
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | Generic | 77 | 18 | $858 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | Generic | 68 | 44 | $4,633 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 68 | 24 | $1,311 |
| Fluorouracil | Generic | 58 | 48 | $6,466 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 55 | 15 | $2,418 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 54 | 47 | $522 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joshua Wharton's medical specialty?
Dr. Joshua Wharton practices Dermatology Physician in Guntersville, AL.
Where does Dr. Joshua Wharton practice?
Dr. Joshua Wharton practices at 2307 Homer Clayton Dr, Guntersville, AL 359762205. Office phone: 2565718770.
What is Dr. Joshua Wharton's NPI?
Dr. Joshua Wharton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003014762, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joshua Wharton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joshua Wharton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joshua Wharton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Aminolevulinic acid hcl for topical administration, 10% gel, 10 mg (HCPCS J7345); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth (HCPCS 17000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.