Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Shows, M.D.
Hematology & Oncology Physician (CMS: Hematology/Oncology) · Baton Rouge, LA
- NPI 1972795250
- Accepts Medicare
- 19 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4950 Essen Ln, Suite 300
Baton Rouge, LA 708093738
(225) 757-0343
fax (225) 757-8354 - Mailing address
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5959 S Sherwood Forest Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 708166038
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 9, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RH0003X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #MD.202207
- Medicaid
- LA #1007145
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972795250. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
21,885
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$181,921
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1439 |
Injection, ferric carboxymaltose, 1 mg | 18,000 | 14 | $1 | |
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 1,182 | 29 | $0 | |
J2469 |
Injection, palonosetron hcl, 25 mcg | 490 | 15 | $1 | |
J2405 |
Injection, ondansetron hydrochloride, per 1 mg | 444 | 13 | $0 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 433 | 103 | $168 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 361 | 161 | $118 | |
96375 |
Injection of additional new drug or substance into vein | 210 | 36 | $14 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 156 | 39 | $116 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 153 | 36 | $13 | |
96367 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, additional sequential infusion, 1 hour or less | 92 | 21 | $26 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in Baton Rouge Hematology & Oncology Physician, average services per provider: 1,050. This provider delivers 21× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$525
Transactions
19
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pfizer INC. | 9 | $158.69 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $150.31 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 2 | $91.90 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 3 | $45.34 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 2 | $41.08 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 1 | $19.12 | |
| Tempus Ai, INC | 1 | $18.69 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
681
Patients
180
Total drug cost
$780,634
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 134 | 39 | $2,891 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 90 | 35 | $439 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 67 | 29 | $673 |
| Abiraterone Acetate | Generic | 41 | 0 | $131,165 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 40 | 14 | $373 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 37 | 0 | $136 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 37 | 0 | $25,647 |
| Dexamethasone | Generic | 35 | 16 | $384 |
| Revlimid (Lenalidomide) | Brand | 33 | 0 | $597,731 |
| Warfarin Sodium | Generic | 29 | 0 | $304 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Shows's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Shows practices Hematology & Oncology Physician in Baton Rouge, LA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Shows practice?
Dr. Joseph Shows practices at 4950 Essen Ln, Baton Rouge, LA 708093738. Office phone: 2257570343.
What is Dr. Joseph Shows's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Shows's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972795250, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Shows accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Shows accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Shows commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, ferric carboxymaltose, 1 mg (HCPCS J1439); Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg (HCPCS J1100); Injection, palonosetron hcl, 25 mcg (HCPCS J2469). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.