Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Burkett, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Emergency Medicine Physician · West Columbia, SC
- NPI 1588892590
- Accepts Medicare
- 17 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2720 Sunset Blvd.
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 791-2000 - Mailing address
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Po Box 2639
Lexington, SC 29071
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 12, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- South Carolina #35597 · Missouri #2009015750
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1588892590. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
236
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$28,060
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 114 | 104 | $169 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 61 | 56 | $8 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 47 | 45 | $115 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 14 | 14 | $205 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 23 peers in West Columbia Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 147. This provider delivers 1.6× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
83
Patients
81
Total drug cost
$483
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 21 | 20 | $51 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 18 | 17 | $89 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $44 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 11 | 11 | $75 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | Generic | 11 | 11 | $103 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $121 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Burkett's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Burkett practices Emergency Medicine Physician in West Columbia, SC.
Where does Dr. Joseph Burkett practice?
Dr. Joseph Burkett practices at 2720 Sunset Blvd., West Columbia, SC 29169. Office phone: 8037912000.
What is Dr. Joseph Burkett's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Burkett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588892590, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Burkett accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Burkett accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Burkett commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.