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Dr. Joseph Empey, M.D.
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · St George, UT
- NPI 1205058294
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 88.6 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
617 E Riverside Dr Ste 301
St George, UT 847908722
(435) 216-7000
fax (435) 216-7001
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 16, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207LP2900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Utah #5758849-1205
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1205058294. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
12,144
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$622,333
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 7,979 | 623 | $1 | |
J2250 |
Injection, midazolam hydrochloride, per 1 mg | 561 | 161 | $0 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 440 | 237 | $121 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 369 | 257 | $265 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 298 | 221 | $243 | |
64484 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level | 238 | 179 | $105 | |
J3010 |
Injection, fentanyl citrate, 0.1 mg | 230 | 156 | $1 | |
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 207 | 21 | $0 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 197 | 151 | $47 | |
J2405 |
Injection, ondansetron hydrochloride, per 1 mg | 156 | 32 | $0 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 386. This provider delivers 31× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,096
Transactions
40
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 9 | $284.73 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 11 | $237.63 | |
| MML US, Inc. | 2 | $175.59 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 4 | $78.36 | |
| Lundbeck LLC | 3 | $60.86 | |
| Vertos Medical, Inc. | 1 | $59.32 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 3 | $50.48 | |
| Averitas Pharma Inc. | 1 | $39.22 | |
| Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc. | 2 | $38.87 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 2 | $36.92 | |
| SPR Therapeutics, Inc | 1 | $19.76 | |
| Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. | 1 | $14.70 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
732
Patients
251
Total drug cost
$21,187
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 154 | 43 | $2,401 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 134 | 57 | $5,153 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 82 | 47 | $730 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 72 | 34 | $1,919 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 59 | 15 | $1,691 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 43 | 41 | $336 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 33 | 0 | $451 |
| Morphine Sulfate Er (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $428 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 28 | 14 | $248 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 26 | 0 | $259 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Empey's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Empey practices Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician in St George, UT.
Where does Dr. Joseph Empey practice?
Dr. Joseph Empey practices at 617 E Riverside Dr Ste 301, St George, UT 847908722. Office phone: 4352167000.
What is Dr. Joseph Empey's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Empey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205058294, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Empey accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Empey accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Empey commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Injection, midazolam hydrochloride, per 1 mg (HCPCS J2250); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.