Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Gaines, MD
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Athens, GA
- NPI 1003882036
- Accepts Medicare
- 42 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1230 Baxter St
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 389-2425
fax (706) 389-2426 - Mailing address
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Po Box 491270
Lawrenceville, GA 30049
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 4, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZP0102X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #028550
- Medicaid
- GA #00382434B
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1003882036. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,465
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$81,102
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 1,202 | 866 | $35 | |
88311 |
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present | 384 | 369 | $11 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 236 | 191 | $32 | |
88307 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity | 162 | 89 | $77 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 104 | 36 | $26 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 89 | 85 | $10 | |
88312 |
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report | 78 | 64 | $24 | |
88331 |
Pathology examination of specimen during surgery, first tissue block | 59 | 32 | $58 | |
88360 |
Microscopic genetic analysis of tumor, manual | 44 | 20 | $39 | |
88313 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report | 38 | 14 | $11 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Athens Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician, average services per provider: 124. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Gaines's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Gaines practices Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in Athens, GA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Gaines practice?
Dr. Joseph Gaines practices at 1230 Baxter St, Athens, GA 30606. Office phone: 7063892425.
What is Dr. Joseph Gaines's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Gaines's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003882036, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Gaines accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Gaines accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Gaines commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present (HCPCS 88311); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure (HCPCS 88342). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.