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Orthopedic Surgery

Joseph Popper, MD

Works at hospitals in Hickory, NC · Boone, NC · North Carolina

Summary

Joseph Popper, MD (Orthopedic Surgery) is listed by Medicare at 3 hospitals in Hickory, NC and Boone, NC. NPI 1528355179. Source: CMS Facility Affiliation Data, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Joseph Popper, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

Orthopedic SurgeryPrimary specialty
May acceptAccepts Medicare assignment
15Years since medical school (graduated 2011)
University Of Washington School Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Carolina Physical Therapy Associates LLCGroup practice (+2 more)

Quick answers

Which hospitals does Joseph Popper work at?
Medicare's official clinician data lists Joseph Popper at 3 hospitals: Catawba Valley Medical Center, Frye Regional Medical Center and Watauga Medical Center. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
Where does Joseph Popper see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 3 practice locations, including Hickory, NC, Gastonia, NC and Denver, NC. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Joseph Popper's specialty?
Medicare lists Orthopedic Surgery as the primary specialty.
Does Joseph Popper accept Medicare assignment?
Medicare's clinician data says Joseph Popper may accept Medicare assignment (as of 2026-10-02). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
What is the phone number for Joseph Popper?
(704) 323-2276, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Joseph Popper's NPI number?
1528355179. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Hospitals where Joseph Popper works

Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Joseph Popper at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.

Practice locations

Addresses where Joseph Popper is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Joseph Popper as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Carolina Physical Therapy Associates LLC471 clinicians in the group
  • Comprehab, Inc415 clinicians in the group
  • Orthocarolina301 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other orthopedic surgeons in Hickory

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Hickory, NC — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolUniversity Of Washington School Of Medicine
Graduation year2011
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentMay accept for some services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1528355179
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Sources

  1. Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  3. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  4. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians