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DR. JOSEPH WILLIAM GUNTER III M.D.
NPI 1124290275
Surgery in Selma, AL

Active since March 28, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1023 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY, SUITE 311, SELMA, AL 36701(334) 418-6656(334) 418-6657 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 3, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Joseph William Gunter Iii M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. JOSEPH WILLIAM GUNTER III M.D. (NPI 1124290275) is an individual surgery provider in Selma, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (MD.34993) and active in the NPI registry since March 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124290275
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH WILLIAM GUNTER IIICredential: M.D.
Location Address1023 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY, SUITE 311Selma, AL 36701-6750
Mailing AddressPo Box 1206Selma, AL 36702-1206 · (615) 920-7871 · Fax (615) 920-8960
Phone(334) 418-6656
Fax(334) 418-6657
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Alabama College Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateMay 3, 2017
✔ NPI 1124290275 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · MD.34993
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
1023 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY, Selma, AL 36701
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Joseph William Gunter Iii M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6608048517
PECOS Enrollment IDI20161122001685
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Gunter reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Vaughan Physician Practices LLC
Same address
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1023 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY STE 401
Selma, AL 36701
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 43 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1063908325 (334) 875-7173
Vaughan Regional Medical Center LLC
Same address
Anesthesiology
1015 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY
Selma, AL 36701
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 14 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1114088846 (334) 418-4100
Jackson Hospital And Clinic Inc.
35 mi
Cardiovascular Disease
461 E MAIN ST
Prattville, AL 36067
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 248 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1164878856 (334) 264-9191
Paragon Contracting Services LLC
76 mi
Emergency Medicine
810 SAINT VINCENTS DR
Birmingham, AL 35205
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 646 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1225071459 (205) 939-7100

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
27 services27 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
18 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 36701 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

BOYD LEE BAILEY II M.D.
Family Medicine
1023 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY, SUITE 200
SELMA, AL 36701
Dallas County (334) 875-4184
JADA RHYMES MD
Family Medicine
1023 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY, SUITE 200
SELMA, AL 36701
Dallas County (334) 874-3463
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM
Family Medicine
1023 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY, SUITE 200
SELMA, AL 36701
Dallas County (334) 875-4184
VAUGHAN PHYSICIAN PRACTICES LLC
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
1023 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY, SUITE 310
SELMA, AL 36701
Dallas County (334) 418-6656
DR. CHRIS J SEARCY MD
Specialist
1023 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY, SUITE 301
SELMA, AL 36701
Dallas County (334) 418-3548
CARDIOVASCULAR INSTITUE OF SELMA, LLC
Specialist
1023 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY, SUITE 311
SELMA, AL 36701
Dallas County (334) 875-3588
TLM OBSTETRICS, GYNECOLOGY AND WOMENS HEALTHCARE OF WEST CENTRAL ALABA
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1023 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY, SUITE 401
SELMA, AL 36701
Dallas County (334) 875-7173
VAUGHAN PHYSICIAN PRACTICES LLC
Surgery
1023 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY, SUITE 310
SELMA, AL 36701
Dallas County (334) 418-6656

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Joseph Gunter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Gunter is 1124290275. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2008.

Where is Joseph Gunter located?

Joseph Gunter practices at 1023 Medical Center Pkwy Suite 311, Selma, AL 36701. The listed phone number is (334) 418-6656.

What is Joseph Gunter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Joseph Gunter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Gunter is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Joseph Gunter's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Gunter reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Vaughan Physician Practices LLC (Selma, AL), Vaughan Regional Medical Center LLC (Selma, AL), Jackson Hospital And Clinic Inc. (Prattville, AL) and Paragon Contracting Services LLC (Birmingham, AL). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Joseph Gunter's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joseph Gunter accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and Cigna Healthcare list Joseph Gunter as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Gunter was last updated on May 3, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.