Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Bear, M.D.
Urology Physician (CMS: Urology) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Macon, GA
- NPI 1538304217
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 98.5 / 100 · 2023
- 14 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
380 Hospital Dr Ste 320
Macon, GA 312178007
(478) 742-5331 - Additional location
-
University of Tennessee, 910 Madison Avenue Suite 1031
Memphis, TN 381630001
(901) 448-5364
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 17, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208800000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #78166
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538304217. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,404
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$241,700
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,033 | 593 | $121 | |
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 896 | 557 | $2 | |
51798 |
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding | 378 | 264 | $10 | |
84153 |
Psa (prostate specific antigen) measurement, total | 267 | 204 | $18 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 265 | 202 | $8 | |
52000 |
Diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope | 155 | 105 | $219 | |
J9217 |
Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg | 96 | 13 | $170 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 86 | 86 | $157 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 32 | 30 | $126 | |
52310 |
Simple removal of foreign body, stone, or stent in urethra or bladder using an endoscope | 29 | 27 | $288 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Macon Urology Physician, average services per provider: 340. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,173
Transactions
62
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 15 | $452.61 | |
| Teleflex LLC | 8 | $446.86 | |
| Myriad Genetic Laboratories, INC. | 9 | $328.20 | |
| Coloplast Corp | 5 | $209.47 | |
| Procept BioRobotics Corporation | 3 | $132.45 | |
| Ambu INC. | 5 | $105.67 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 5 | $101.60 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 2 | $65.62 | |
| Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC | 2 | $64.25 | |
| Abc Home Medical Supply, INC. | 2 | $39.19 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 2 | $37.05 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $29.94 | |
| Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited | 1 | $29.46 | |
| Calyxo, INC. | 1 | $25.64 | |
| Endo USA, INC. | 1 | $24.06 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
519
Patients
339
Total drug cost
$27,848
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 163 | 131 | $372 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 125 | 64 | $2,418 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 108 | 94 | $401 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 38 | 34 | $191 |
| Finasteride | Generic | 23 | 16 | $498 |
| Myrbetriq (Mirabegron) | Brand | 21 | 0 | $12,995 |
| Alfuzosin Hcl ER (Alfuzosin Hcl) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $222 |
| Gemtesa (Vibegron) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $10,688 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $63 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Bear's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Bear practices Urology Physician in Macon, GA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Bear practice?
Dr. Joseph Bear practices at 380 Hospital Dr Ste 320, Macon, GA 312178007. Office phone: 4787425331.
What is Dr. Joseph Bear's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Bear's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538304217, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Bear accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Bear accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Bear commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Automated urinalysis test (HCPCS 81003); Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding (HCPCS 51798). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.