Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Thurman, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Knoxville, TN
- NPI 1669734323
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 80.9 / 100 · 2023
- 14 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1819 W Clinch Ave, Suite 200
Knoxville, TN 379162434
(865) 524-3695
fax (865) 602-3528 - Mailing address
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Po Box 52948
Knoxville, TN 379502948
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 17, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #55507
- Medicaid
- TN #Q028310
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1669734323. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
205
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$32,949
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 93 | 48 | $73 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 71 | 66 | $121 | |
44207 |
Partial removal of large bowel and reattachment to rectum using an endoscope | 15 | 15 | $444 | |
47562 |
Removal of gallbladder using an endoscope | 14 | 14 | $567 | |
43282 |
Repair of hernia of muscle at esophagus and stomach with implantation of mesh using an endoscope | 12 | 12 | $248 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 17 peers in Knoxville Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 43. This provider delivers 4.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$81
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $47.90 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 1 | $17.82 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $15.56 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
54
Patients
54
Total drug cost
$286
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 29 | 29 | $199 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 25 | 25 | $87 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Thurman's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Thurman practices Surgery Physician in Knoxville, TN.
Where does Dr. Joseph Thurman practice?
Dr. Joseph Thurman practices at 1819 W Clinch Ave, Knoxville, TN 379162434. Office phone: 8655243695.
What is Dr. Joseph Thurman's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Thurman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669734323, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Thurman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Thurman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Thurman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); Partial removal of large bowel and reattachment to rectum using an endoscope (HCPCS 44207). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.