JOEL THOMAS SHORES M.D.
NPI 1447690854
Internal Medicine in Laurel, MS

Q: What is Joel Shores's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joel Shores is 1447690854. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 29, 2013.

Q: What is Joel Shores's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joel Shores was last updated on June 22, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.

Active since June 29, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1203 JEFFERSON ST, LAUREL, MS 39440(601) 649-2863(601) 649-9479 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 22, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Joel Thomas Shores M.d. NPPES

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

JOEL THOMAS SHORES M.D. (NPI 1447690854) is an individual internal medicine provider in Laurel, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (24224) and active in the NPI registry since June 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Jasper General Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447690854

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameJOEL THOMAS SHORESCredential: M.D.

Location Address1203 JEFFERSON STLaurel, MS 39440-4354

Mailing Address1203 Jefferson StLaurel, MS 39440-4354 · (601) 649-2863 · Fax (601) 649-9479

Phone(601) 649-2863

Fax(601) 649-9479

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 2013

Enumeration DateJune 29, 2013

Last NPPES UpdateJune 22, 2016

✔ NPI 1447690854 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in MS · 24224

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

1203 JEFFERSON ST, Laurel, MS 39440

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Joel Thomas Shores 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 ID4880914688

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160802002867

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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

730 services245 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

276 services248 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

262 services229 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

261 services185 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

111 services47 patients

Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238

Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.

37 services37 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Jasper General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bay Springs, MS

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number250018

Location15A South 6th StreetBay Springs, MS 39422 · Jasper County

South Central Reg Med Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Laurel, MS

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number250058

Location1220 Jefferson St Box 607Laurel, MS 39440 · Jones County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Forrest General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hattiesburg, MS

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number250078

Location6051 Us Highway 49 SouthHattiesburg, MS 39404 · Forrest County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39440 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

$120.41 typical visit price

range $51.65 – $159.18

Typical copayment $30.10 (range $12.91 – $39.79)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$92.20 typical visit price

range $16.15 – $129.61

Typical copayment $23.05 (range $4.03 – $32.40)

Most-billed visit code 99214

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.

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