Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Betcher, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Muskegon, MI
- NPI 1730443607
- Accepts Medicare
- 14 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 4 locations .
- Primary practice
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Mercy Health Hackley Campus, 1700 Clinton St
Muskegon, MI 49442
(231) 728-4601 - Additional location
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1500 East Medical Center Dr, B1 Floor University Hospital Recp Emergency
Ann Arbor, MI 481095301
(734) 936-6666 - Additional location
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Mercy Health Lakeshore Campus, 72 S State St
Shelby, MI 49455
(231) 861-2156 - Additional location
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Mercy Health Mercy Campus, 1540 E Sherman Blvd
Muskegon, MI 49444
(231) 672-2000 - Mailing address
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Lake Michigan Emergency Specialists, PLLC, 1700 Clinton St
Muskegon, MI 49442
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Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 21, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Michigan #4301100636
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1730443607. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
259
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$34,635
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 105 | 101 | $118 | |
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 65 | 64 | $170 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 41 | 41 | $207 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 35 | 35 | $70 | |
93308 |
Ultrasound of heart, follow-up | 13 | 13 | $22 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 22 peers in Muskegon Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 75. This provider delivers 3.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$22
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fisher & Paykel Healthcare INC | 1 | $22.12 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
127
Patients
127
Total drug cost
$879
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 26 | 26 | $324 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 24 | 24 | $89 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 22 | 22 | $32 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 16 | 16 | $68 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 15 | 15 | $102 |
| Cefuroxime (Cefuroxime Axetil) | Brand | 13 | 13 | $244 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 11 | 11 | $21 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Betcher's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Betcher practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Muskegon, MI.
Where does Dr. Joseph Betcher practice?
Dr. Joseph Betcher practices at Mercy Health Hackley Campus, Muskegon, MI 49442. Office phone: 2317284601.
What is Dr. Joseph Betcher's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Betcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730443607, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Betcher accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Betcher accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Betcher commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Critical care (HCPCS 99291). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.