JOSEPH CROCKETT LANKFORD M.D.
NPI 1295293496
Urology in Charlotte, NC

Q: What is Joseph Lankford's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Lankford is 1295293496. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 6, 2019.

Q: What is Joseph Lankford's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Urology with taxonomy code 208800000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Lankford was last updated on August 27, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 months 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.

Active since March 06, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

10660 PARK RD STE 4100, CHARLOTTE, NC 28210(704) 541-8207(704) 540-8288 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 27, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 4, 2019, Mar 6, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Joseph Crockett Lankford M.d. NPPES

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

JOSEPH CROCKETT LANKFORD M.D. (NPI 1295293496) is an individual urology provider in Charlotte, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2025-01745) and active in the NPI registry since March 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center-northeast, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295293496

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208800000X

Provider Legal NameJOSEPH CROCKETT LANKFORDCredential: M.D.

Location Address10660 PARK RD STE 4100Charlotte, NC 28210-8551

Mailing AddressPo Box 512185Los Angeles, CA 90051-0185

Phone(704) 541-8207

Fax(704) 540-8288

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSRush Medical College Of Rush UniversityGraduated 2019

Enumeration DateMarch 6, 2019

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 27, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 27, 2025

✔ NPI 1295293496 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyUrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208800000X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 2025-01745

Definition

A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.

10660 PARK RD STE 4100, Charlotte, NC 28210

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11500 Duarte RdDuarte, CA 91010-3012 · Phone (626) 256-4673

Location 28701 W Watertown Plank RdWauwatosa, WI 53226-3548 · Phone (414) 955-8296

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of North Carolina 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

Joseph Crockett Lankford 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 ID5799110771

PECOS Enrollment IDI20250807003272

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

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Lankford reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Urology Specialists Of The Carolinas PLLC

9.0 mi

Urology

325 HAWTHORNE LN STE 300
Charlotte, NC 28204

Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
62 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1669404208 (704) 372-5180

Stone Institute Of The Carolinas LLC

28 mi

Urology

215 SOUTH MAIN STREET, SU 201
Davidson, NC 28036

Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
60 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1457377954 (800) 822-5525

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 5

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.

Surgical removal of prostate and surrounding lymph nodes using an endoscope 55866

This is a minimally invasive procedure where a small camera (endoscope) is used to remove a gland located in the lower body and nearby small filtering structures. It's done to prevent the spread of unwanted cells and improve overall health.

21 services21 patients

Removal of lymph nodes of both sides of pelvis using an endoscope 38571

This procedure involves using a small camera (endoscope) to view and remove lymph nodes from both sides of your lower torso. Lymph nodes help filter harmful substances from the body. The procedure is done to prevent the spread of certain conditions.

20 services20 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221

Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.

20 services19 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

20 services13 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast

Acute Care Hospitals · Concord, NC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number340001

Location920 Church St NConcord, NC 28025 · Cabarrus County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340053

Location200 Hawthorne Lane Box 33549Charlotte, NC 28233 · Mecklenburg County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Atrium Health Pineville

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number340098

Location10628 Park RdCharlotte, NC 28210 · Mecklenburg County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number340113

Location1000 Blythe BlvdCharlotte, NC 28203 · Mecklenburg County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlotte, NC

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340195

Location10905 Providence Road WCharlotte, NC 28277 · Mecklenburg County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28210 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

$125.01 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$67.72 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

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

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

E MATTHEW DILIZIA MD

Urology

10660 PARK RD STE 4100
CHARLOTTE, NC 28210

Mecklenburg County (704) 541-8207

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 Lankford's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Lankford is 1295293496. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 6, 2019.

Where is Joseph Lankford located?

Joseph Lankford practices at 10660 Park Rd Ste 4100, Charlotte, NC 28210. The listed phone number is (704) 541-8207.

What is Joseph Lankford's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Urology with taxonomy code 208800000X.

Is Joseph Lankford enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Lankford 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 Lankford's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Lankford reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Urology Specialists Of The Carolinas PLLC (Charlotte, NC) and Stone Institute Of The Carolinas LLC (Davidson, NC). 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 Lankford's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joseph Lankford accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and Cigna Healthcare and 1 other insurer list Joseph Lankford 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.

Is Joseph Lankford affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Lankford is affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast, Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Atrium Health Pineville, Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health and Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Lankford was last updated on August 27, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 months 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.