2026 NPPES data Neurology Physician NPI 1770521064 M.D.
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JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D.

Neurology Physician in OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
728
Medicare Part D claims · 139 beneficiaries · Neurology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
67%
generic claims · 33% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
77.6983/100
▼ 5 pts below national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$98.77
5 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
What the federal data reveals: JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. is a Neurology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 728 claims across 139 beneficiaries — 33% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 77.6983/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities . Industry payments of $98.77 across 5 transactions are disclosed under CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act).

What stands out: JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. reported a CMS MIPS final score of 77.6983 out of 100, below the 83.1 national average, and filed 728 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. at a glance

Below national average

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/02/2006

NPI 1770521064

Primary specialty

Neurology Physician

Mid-sized

19,866 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

728 44% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,309

MIPS final score

77.6983/100 5.401699999999991% pts

Above neutral band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Oklahoma

How Neurology Physician compares to other specialties among Oklahoma providers

Oklahoma providers

Neurology Physician share within Oklahoma

1. Neurology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Neurology Physician share within Oklahoma

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D.'s 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Neurology Physician national average

Below national average
MIPS Final Score
77.6983/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Neurology Physician) — 77.6983/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%77.7%
MIPS final score (Neurology Physician) — 77.6983/100 vs national avg 83.1

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider practicing in OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1770521064. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Neurology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 4221 S WESTERN AVE, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73109, with a listed phone of (405) 644-5165. NPI 1770521064 was issued on 06/02/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what KERSHEN most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 728 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 139 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $4.4 million in drug spend, split 33% brand-name and 67% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 77.6983/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 82.5298, Cost 43.1313), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Neurology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 19,866 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 1,309 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

4221 S WESTERN AVE
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73109

Provider Details

NPI 1770521064
Specialty Neurology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/02/2006

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

77.6983
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
82.5298
Quality
43.1313
Cost
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

INTEGRIS AMBULATORY CARE CORPORATION
YUKON, OK

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D.. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$99

Largest payer

Abbott Laboratories

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. — brand share 33.0%
Specialty average (est.)

33% brand-name claims vs 67% generic, on 728 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

728
Total Claims
$4.4M
Total Drug Cost
139
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,561
Total Day Supply
44,536
Brand vs Generic
33% brand / 67% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$4.3M
Generic Drug Cost
$39K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.73
Gender Split
42% female / 58% male
Age Distribution
<65: 22, 65-74: 54, 75-84: 48, 85+: 15

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Prednisone
87
Carbidopa-Levodopa
Carbidopa/Levodopa
80
Gabapentin
50
Radicava Ors
Edaravone
46
Gammagard Liquid
Immun Glob G(Igg)/Gly/Iga Ov50
45
Gamunex-C
Immune Globul G/Gly/Iga Avg 46
42
Pyridostigmine Bromide
40
Omeprazole
26
Privigen
Immun Glob G(Igg)/Pro/Iga 0-50
25
Pramipexole Dihydrochloride
Pramipexole Di-Hcl
24

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Neurology Physician Overview

How JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. fits within the Neurology Physician landscape nationally.

19,866
Neurology Physician Providers in US
54
States with Neurology Physician
1,309
Avg Claims per Provider

JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D.'s 728 claims are below the specialty average of 1,309.

Nearby Neurology Physician Providers in Oklahoma

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Oklahoma, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as KERSHEN.

Compare Neurology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D.'s specialty?
JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. specializes in Neurology Physician and practices in OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma. Credentials: M.D..
How much does JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. wrote 728 Medicare Part D claims totaling $4.4M in drug costs for 139 beneficiaries.
What is JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D.'s Medicare quality score?
JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 77.6983/100 (Quality: 82.5298, Cost: 43.1313). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. located?
JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. is located at 4221 S WESTERN AVE, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73109. Phone: (405) 644-5165.
What is JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D.'s NPI number?
JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770521064, issued on 06/02/2006.
Does JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D.'s prescribing is 33% brand-name and 67% generic drugs by claim count, with $4.3M in brand drug costs.
How many Neurology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 19,866 Neurology Physician providers across 54 states in the US. The average Neurology Physician provider writes 1,309 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Prednisone, Carbidopa-Levodopa, Gabapentin. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. accept Medicare?
JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 728 Part D claims and 139 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D.'s credentials?
JOSHUA KERSHEN, M.D.'s NPI is 1770521064 with credentials M.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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