Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Purnell, MD
Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Little Rock, AR
- NPI 1629422571
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 76.1 / 100 · 2023
- 10 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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9601 Baptist Health Dr Ste 860
Little Rock, AR 722056375
(501) 975-7455
fax (501) 975-3631 - Mailing address
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4261 Stockton Dr Ste Ll100
North Little Rock, AR 721172916
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 6, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2016 — 10 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ND0101X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arkansas #E-13957
- Medicaid
- AR #269479001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1629422571. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
7,797
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,365,995
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 1,425 | 631 | $55 | |
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 875 | 131 | $6 | |
88331 |
Pathology examination of specimen during surgery, first tissue block | 803 | 397 | $91 | |
17311 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | 764 | 579 | $522 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 468 | 286 | $81 | |
Q4257 |
Relese, per square centimeter | 378 | 11 | $709 | |
17312 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks | 347 | 232 | $361 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 257 | 165 | $38 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 247 | 160 | $58 | |
88302 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope | 245 | 108 | $28 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Little Rock Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 267. This provider delivers 29× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$350
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leo Pharma INC. | 2 | $157.21 | |
| Organogenesis INC. | 2 | $106.94 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 1 | $26.42 | |
| Mimedx Group, INC. | 1 | $21.06 | |
| Galderma Laboratories, L.P. | 1 | $19.20 | |
| Incyte Corporation | 1 | $18.89 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
275
Patients
198
Total drug cost
$182,722
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 107 | 82 | $2,843 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 40 | 34 | $566 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 26 | 23 | $772 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 22 | 16 | $351 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 20 | 18 | $97 |
| Fluorouracil | Generic | 15 | 14 | $1,740 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $175,153 |
| Acitretin | Generic | 11 | 0 | $798 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 11 | 11 | $96 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $305 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Purnell's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Purnell practices Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician in Little Rock, AR.
Where does Dr. Joseph Purnell practice?
Dr. Joseph Purnell practices at 9601 Baptist Health Dr Ste 860, Little Rock, AR 722056375. Office phone: 5019757455.
What is Dr. Joseph Purnell's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Purnell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629422571, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Purnell accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Purnell accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Purnell commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Pathology examination of specimen during surgery, first tissue block (HCPCS 88331). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.