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DR. JOSEPH FRANCIS POPOVICH M.D.,F.A.C.S.
NPI 1063592285
Surgery in Jersey City, NJ

Active since October 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
159 PALISADE AVE, JERSEY CITY, NJ 07306(201) 209-9110 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 11, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Joseph Francis Popovich M.d.,f.a.c.s. NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH FRANCIS POPOVICH M.D.,F.A.C.S. (NPI 1063592285) is an individual surgery provider in Jersey City, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (MA053144) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Carepoint Health-christ Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063592285
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH FRANCIS POPOVICHCredential: M.D.,F.A.C.S.
Location Address159 PALISADE AVEJersey City, NJ 07306-1113
Mailing Address159 Palisade AveJersey City, NJ 07306-1113 · (201) 209-9110
Phone(201) 209-9110
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateOctober 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 11, 2025
✔ NPI 1063592285 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in NJ · MA053144
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Also ListedSurgery · Vascular SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0129X · License MA053144 (NJ)
159 PALISADE AVE, Jersey City, NJ 07306
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid5657202NJ

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

Dr. Joseph Francis Popovich M.d.,f.a.c.s. 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 ID8527092501
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050920000220
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 4

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.

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.
63 services11 patients
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.
25 services20 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
17 services17 patients
Repair of wound of trunk by transferring skin, 10.1-30.0 sq cm 14001
This procedure involves treating a wound on the body by moving skin from one area to another. The transferred skin, ranging from 10.1-30.0 sq cm, helps cover and heal the wound. It's a common way to promote healing for large or deep wounds.
15 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Carepoint Health-Christ Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jersey City, NJ
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number310016
Location176 Palisade AveJersey City, NJ 07306 · Hudson County

Carepoint Health-Hoboken University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hoboken, NJ
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number310040
Location308 Willow AveHoboken, NJ 07030 · Hudson County
Birthing friendly

Hudson Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Secaucus, NJ
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number310118
Location55 Meadowlands PkwySecaucus, NJ 07094 · Hudson County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07306 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
$98.09 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $24.52 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$79.09 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $19.77 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
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 2

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

JOSEPH F POPOVICH, M.D., P.C.
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
159 PALISADE AVE
JERSEY CITY, NJ 07306
Hudson County (201) 209-9110
SPECIAL PROCEDURES
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
159 PALISADE AVE
JERSEY CITY, NJ 07306
Hudson County (917) 960-2882

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 Popovich's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Popovich is 1063592285. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 16, 2006.

Where is Joseph Popovich located?

Joseph Popovich practices at 159 Palisade Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306. The listed phone number is (201) 209-9110.

What is Joseph Popovich's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Joseph Popovich enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Popovich 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.

Is Joseph Popovich affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Popovich is affiliated with Carepoint Health-Christ Hospital, Carepoint Health-Hoboken University Medical Center and Hudson Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Popovich was last updated on September 11, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.