Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Jestus, M.D.
Neurological Surgery Physician (CMS: Neurosurgery) · Cookeville, TN
- NPI 1265411151
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
105 S Willow Ave, Suite 200
Cookeville, TN 385013138
(931) 372-7716
fax (931) 525-1066
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 10, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207T00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #29172
- Medicaid (2)
- TN #Q013109 · TN #3720925
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1265411151. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,177
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$372,629
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 559 | 400 | $117 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 345 | 278 | $83 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 312 | 312 | $152 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 186 | 67 | $73 | |
63048 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves, each additional segment | 93 | 40 | $186 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 78 | 68 | $36 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 75 | 71 | $165 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 70 | 70 | $162 | |
63047 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord and/or nerves, 1 segment | 54 | 53 | $951 | |
72148 |
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast | 53 | 52 | $110 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Cookeville Neurological Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 64. This provider delivers 34× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
609
Patients
405
Total drug cost
$10,069
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 292 | 218 | $5,494 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 123 | 91 | $1,359 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 84 | 47 | $1,252 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 39 | 28 | $740 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 28 | 21 | $343 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 18 | 0 | $686 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 14 | 0 | $69 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 11 | 0 | $126 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Jestus's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Jestus practices Neurological Surgery Physician in Cookeville, TN.
Where does Dr. Joseph Jestus practice?
Dr. Joseph Jestus practices at 105 S Willow Ave, Cookeville, TN 385013138. Office phone: 9313727716.
What is Dr. Joseph Jestus's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Jestus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265411151, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Jestus accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Jestus accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Jestus commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.