JOSHUA THELL GUNNELS
NPI 1508569302
Physician Assistant in Temple, TX

Active since March 22, 2023PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2401 S 31ST ST, TEMPLE, TX 76508(254) 724-2111 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 10, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 10, 2025, Jul 19, 2023, Mar 22, 2023 (3 updates tracked since 2023).

About Joshua Thell Gunnels NPPES

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

JOSHUA THELL GUNNELS (NPI 1508569302) is an individual physician assistant in Temple, Texas, licensed in Texas (PA16919) and active in the NPI registry since March 2023. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, and is a graduate of Other (2023).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508569302
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameJOSHUA THELL GUNNELS
Location Address2401 S 31ST STTemple, TX 76508-9093
Mailing AddressPo Box 844658Dallas, TX 75284-4658 · (800) 994-0371
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2023
Enumeration DateMarch 22, 2023
Last NPPES UpdateApril 10, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 10, 2025
NPI 1508569302 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in TX · PA16919
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
2401 S 31ST ST, Temple, TX 76508

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Joshua Thell Gunnels 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 ID3476912064
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230629001855
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 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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
65 services60 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.
23 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

Acute Care Hospitals · Temple, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450054
Location2401 S 31st StTemple, TX 76508 · Bell County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76508 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

Family Medicine
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Physician Assistant
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Physical Therapist
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Nurse Practitioner
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
2401 S 31ST ST
TEMPLE, TX 76508

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 Joshua Gunnels's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joshua Gunnels is 1508569302. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2023.

Where is Joshua Gunnels located?

Joshua Gunnels practices at 2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508. The listed phone number is (254) 724-2111.

What is Joshua Gunnels's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Joshua Gunnels enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joshua Gunnels 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.

What insurance does Joshua Gunnels accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Joshua Gunnels 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 Joshua Gunnels affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joshua Gunnels is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joshua Gunnels was last updated on April 10, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.