Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joel Oster, MD
Neurology Physician (CMS: Neurology) · Sleep Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology) Physician · Pittsfield, MA
- NPI 1881794873
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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777 North St
Pittsfield, MA 012014147
(413) 395-7694
fax (413) 496-6842
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 12, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084N0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #205287
- Medicaid
- MA #110004501A
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1881794873. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
743
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$79,800
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
95816 |
Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and drowsy | 256 | 235 | $60 | |
95720 |
Measurement of brain wave activity with video (veeg), 12-26 hours with review and report by health care professional | 121 | 59 | $218 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 106 | 79 | $102 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 47 | 44 | $70 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 35 | 32 | $102 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 29 | 27 | $70 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 28 | 25 | $153 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 22 | 20 | $103 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 20 | 20 | $184 | |
95810 |
Sleep study in sleep lab (6 years or older) | 19 | 19 | $125 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Pittsfield Neurology Physician, average services per provider: 82. This provider delivers 9.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$599
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zoll Respicardia, INC. | 2 | $206.88 | |
| Neuropace, INC. | 1 | $146.63 | |
| Sk Life Science, INC. | 1 | $125.67 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 1 | $120.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,705
Patients
202
Total drug cost
$273,860
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levetiracetam | Generic | 323 | 57 | $20,062 |
| Lamotrigine | Generic | 193 | 26 | $5,573 |
| Lacosamide | Generic | 144 | 17 | $25,244 |
| Divalproex Sodium | Generic | 129 | 21 | $10,627 |
| Phenobarbital | Generic | 124 | 13 | $4,658 |
| Zonisamide | Generic | 105 | 18 | $4,473 |
| Topiramate | Generic | 94 | 14 | $1,970 |
| Briviact (Brivaracetam) | Brand | 91 | 0 | $151,018 |
| Divalproex Sodium ER (Divalproex Sodium) | Brand | 88 | 0 | $5,064 |
| Carbamazepine | Generic | 87 | 0 | $6,563 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joel Oster's medical specialty?
Dr. Joel Oster practices Neurology Physician in Pittsfield, MA.
Where does Dr. Joel Oster practice?
Dr. Joel Oster practices at 777 North St, Pittsfield, MA 012014147. Office phone: 4133957694.
What is Dr. Joel Oster's NPI?
Dr. Joel Oster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881794873, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joel Oster accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joel Oster accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joel Oster commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and drowsy (HCPCS 95816); Measurement of brain wave activity with video (veeg) (HCPCS 95720); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.