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DERYCK AALAND JOSEPH M.D.
NPI 1679515159
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Birmingham, AL

Active since June 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.04/100
CMS Quality Rating
832 PRINCETON AVE SW, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211(205) 206-8470(205) 206-8390 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 1, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Deryck Aaland Joseph M.d. NPPES

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

DERYCK AALAND JOSEPH M.D. (NPI 1679515159) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Georgia (111204) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northside Hospital Gwinnett, and maintains a secondary practice location in Lawrenceville.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679515159
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameDERYCK AALAND JOSEPHCredential: M.D.
Location Address832 PRINCETON AVE SWBirmingham, AL 35211-1320
Mailing AddressPo Box 12366Birmingham, AL 35202-2366 · (205) 780-7101 · Fax (205) 206-8338
Phone(205) 206-8470
Fax(205) 206-8390
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateJune 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 1, 2026
NPPES CertifiedJuly 1, 2026
✔ NPI 1679515159 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 111204
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
832 PRINCETON AVE SW, Birmingham, AL 35211
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1301 Philip Blvd Ste ALawrenceville, GA 30046-8746 · Phone (770) 822-5560 · Fax (770) 822-4989

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid009944905AL
Other510-25542AL · Bcbs Of Al

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

Deryck Aaland Joseph 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 ID9830213651
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100901000028
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

8

Medicare enrollment records show Deryck Joseph reassigns Medicare billing to 8 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Vincentian Physician Services LLC
3.4 mi
Family Medicine
810 SAINT VINCENT'S DRIVE, 3RD FLOOR; PHYSICIAN DEVELOPMENT DEPT
Birmingham, AL 35205
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 263 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1851698310 (205) 930-2346
Baptist Health Centers, LLC
42 mi
Family Medicine
47344 US HIGHWAY 78
Lincoln, AL 35096
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 430 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1770547804 (205) 763-7848
G I Associates Of West Alabama PC
44 mi
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
301 RICE MINE RD NE
Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 21 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1770092421 (205) 759-2920
Dch Provider Services, LLC
45 mi
Family Medicine
701 UNIVERSITY BLVD E STE 211
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 87 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1124711726 (205) 759-6165
Aga, LLC
143 mi
Gastroenterology
550 PEACHTREE ST NE STE 1600
Atlanta, GA 30308
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 190 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1124064118 (404) 881-1094
Aga Professional Services, LLC
146 mi
Gastroenterology
1000 JOHNSON FERRY RD NE
Atlanta, GA 30342
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 162 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1063799120 (855) 709-4535
Mchs Hospitals Inc
768 mi
Clinic/Center
440 24TH ST S
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 2,476 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1568188589 (715) 751-6200
Marshfield Clinic Inc
790 mi
Clinic/Center
1000 N OAK AVE
Marshfield, WI 54449
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 2,540 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1952347981 (715) 387-5511

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 8

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.

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
107 services104 patients
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.
44 services31 patients
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43235
This procedure, known as an upper endoscopy, involves inserting a thin, flexible tube with a camera down the throat to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper small bowel. It helps diagnose conditions like ulcers or inflammation.
34 services34 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.
33 services19 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
23 services23 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.
21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Northside Hospital Gwinnett

Acute Care Hospitals · Lawrenceville, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110087
Location1000 Medical Center BoulevardLawrenceville, GA 30046 · Gwinnett County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35211 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
$122.31 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.72 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

94.04/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost80.16

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.

QUALITY EYEWEAR LLC
Eyewear Supplier
832 PRINCETON AVE SW
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 397-2287
WILLIE D. ASKEW M.D.
Internal Medicine
832 PRINCETON AVE SW
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 206-8461
DR. GEROLD NOEL SIBANDA MD
Internal Medicine
832 PRINCETON AVE SW
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 206-8460
ANNA ARIEL FLOYD CHANG CNM
Advanced Practice Midwife
832 PRINCETON AVE SW
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 397-8914
RAMY J. TOMA MD
Internal Medicine
832 PRINCETON AVE SW
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 206-8475
JESANNA CAROLAN COOPER M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
832 PRINCETON AVE SW
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 206-8477
RANDALL L. REAL M.D.
Otolaryngology
832 PRINCETON AVE SW
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 206-8471
OUTPATIENT PHYSICAL THERAPY SIMON WILLIAMSON CLINIC
Point of Service
832 PRINCETON AVE SW
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Jefferson County (205) 397-4949

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 Deryck Joseph's NPI number?

The NPI number for Deryck Joseph is 1679515159. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 11, 2006.

Where is Deryck Joseph located?

Deryck Joseph practices at 832 Princeton Ave SW, Birmingham, AL 35211. The listed phone number is (205) 206-8470.

What is Deryck Joseph's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Deryck Joseph enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Deryck Joseph 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 Deryck Joseph's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Deryck Joseph reassigns Medicare benefits to 8 organizations: Vincentian Physician Services LLC (Birmingham, AL), Baptist Health Centers, LLC (Lincoln, AL), G I Associates Of West Alabama PC (Tuscaloosa, AL), Dch Provider Services, LLC (Tuscaloosa, AL), Aga, LLC (Atlanta, GA) and 3 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Deryck Joseph's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Deryck Joseph accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and Oscar Health list Deryck Joseph 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 Deryck Joseph affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Deryck Joseph is affiliated with Northside Hospital Gwinnett.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Deryck Joseph was last updated on July 1, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.