Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Auer, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Pediatrics Physician · Lexington, KY
- NPI 1841453545
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
Chandler Medical Center 800 Rose St
Lexington, KY 405360001
(859) 323-5000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 15, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Kentucky #42516
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1841453545. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
233
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$26,788
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 44 | 43 | $125 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 37 | 36 | $97 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 28 | 28 | $232 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 26 | 26 | $107 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 26 | 26 | $55 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 22 | 20 | $91 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 20 | 19 | $74 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 15 | 15 | $169 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 15 | 12 | $63 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 20 peers in Lexington Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 80. This provider delivers 2.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
15
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$370
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 15 | 0 | $370 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Auer's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Auer practices Gastroenterology Physician in Lexington, KY.
Where does Dr. Joseph Auer practice?
Dr. Joseph Auer practices at Chandler Medical Center 800 Rose St, Lexington, KY 405360001. Office phone: 8593235000.
What is Dr. Joseph Auer's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Auer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841453545, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Auer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Auer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Auer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.