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JOSEPH D FLETCHER M.D.
NPI 1740267400
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Denton, TX

Active since December 23, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2665 SCRIPTURE ST STE 210, DENTON, TX 76201(940) 387-5577(940) 380-1577 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 26, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Joseph D Fletcher M.d. NPPES

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

JOSEPH D FLETCHER M.D. (NPI 1740267400) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Denton, Texas, licensed in Texas (E7074) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Akron General Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1973).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740267400
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH D FLETCHERCredential: M.D.
Location Address2665 SCRIPTURE ST STE 210Denton, TX 76201-2302
Mailing AddressPo Box 35629Dallas, TX 75235-0629 · (214) 424-2213 · Fax (214) 231-2159
Phone(940) 387-5577
Fax(940) 380-1577
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1973
Enumeration DateDecember 23, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 26, 2020
NPPES CertifiedMay 26, 2020
✔ NPI 1740267400 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 TX · E7074
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.
2665 SCRIPTURE ST STE 210, Denton, TX 76201
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CareSource, Molina Healthcare.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

Joseph D Fletcher 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 ID941369631
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230502000876
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 3

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.

Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
22 services22 patients
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
16 services16 patients
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk G0121
Colorectal cancer screening, such as a colonoscopy, is a preventive measure to detect early signs of cancer in the large intestine. For individuals not at high risk, it's typically recommended at age 50. A small, flexible tube with a camera is used to examine your colon. It's a safe, effective way to catch issues early.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Akron General Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Akron, OH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number360027
Location1 Akron General AvenueAkron, OH 44307 · Summit County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76201 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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 4

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

DR. BRYCE COLEMAN MAYS M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
2665 SCRIPTURE ST STE 210
DENTON, TX 76201
Denton County (940) 387-5577
KATY IRENE COCHRAN FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2665 SCRIPTURE ST STE 210
DENTON, TX 76201
Denton County (940) 222-6900
DR. RAMESH SRINIVASAN MD
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
2665 SCRIPTURE ST STE 210
DENTON, TX 76201
Denton County (940) 387-5577
CAROLINE WALKER MD
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
2665 SCRIPTURE ST STE 210
DENTON, TX 76201
Denton County (940) 220-6900

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 Fletcher's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Fletcher is 1740267400. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 23, 2005.

Where is Joseph Fletcher located?

Joseph Fletcher practices at 2665 Scripture St Ste 210, Denton, TX 76201. The listed phone number is (940) 387-5577.

What is Joseph Fletcher's specialty?

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

Is Joseph Fletcher enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Fletcher 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 Joseph Fletcher accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CareSource and Molina Healthcare list Joseph Fletcher 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 Fletcher affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Fletcher is affiliated with Akron General Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Fletcher was last updated on May 26, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.