DR. JOSEPH ANTHONY COLAO JR. MD
NPI 1154826774
Anesthesiology in Philadelphia, PA

Active since March 26, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3400 SPRUCE ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104(215) 349-8310(215) 893-7270 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 11, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 11, 2025, Mar 26, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Joseph Anthony Colao Jr. Md NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH ANTHONY COLAO JR. MD (NPI 1154826774) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD481041) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania, and is a graduate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154826774
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH ANTHONY COLAO JR.Credential: MD
Location Address3400 SPRUCE STPhiladelphia, PA 19104-4206
Mailing Address3400 Spruce St, Dulles Bldg. Ste 680Philadelphia, PA 19104-4206 · (215) 349-8310 · Fax (215) 893-7270
Fax(215) 893-7270
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSRutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 26, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateApril 11, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 7, 2025
NPI 1154826774 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License Licensed in PA · MD481041
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
3400 SPRUCE ST, Philadelphia, PA 19104

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

Dr. Joseph Anthony Colao Jr. Md 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 ID941669915
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230708000541
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 13

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.

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
98 services94 patients
Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537
Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.
35 services35 patients
Ultrasound of heart with probe in esophagus, with report 93312
This procedure, called a transesophageal echocardiogram, uses a small probe passed into your esophagus to capture detailed images of your heart. The report provides information about your heart's structure and function.
35 services34 patients
Ultrasound of heart blood flow, valves and chambers 93320
An ultrasound of your heart, also known as an echocardiogram, is a test that uses sound waves to create detailed images of your heart. It helps doctors check the health of your heart's chambers, valves, and blood flow.
35 services34 patients
3d ultrasound imaging of heart for evaluation of heart structure performed during ultrasound imaging of congenital heart defects 93319
3D ultrasound imaging of the heart is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create a detailed three-dimensional image of your heart. This helps in evaluating the heart's structure, particularly for diagnosing congenital heart defects. It is safe, painless and provides valuable information about your heart health.
25 services24 patients
Anesthesia for procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm 00410
Anesthesia for a procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm ensures you won't feel pain during the treatment. It can be general, where you're completely asleep, or local, numbing only a specific area. Your vital signs are monitored to ensure safety during the procedure.
24 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390111
Location34th & Spruce StsPhiladelphia, PA 19104 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390223
Location51 North 39th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19104 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services

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.

Pediatrics
3400 SPRUCE ST, 8 RAVDIN
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
3400 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Anesthesiology
3400 SPRUCE ST, 6 DULLES
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
3400 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
3400 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Physician Assistant (Medical)
3400 SPRUCE ST, 4 SILVERSTEIN
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Anesthesiology (Critical Care Medicine)
3400 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
3400 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104

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 Colao's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Colao is 1154826774. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 26, 2018.

Where is Joseph Colao located?

Joseph Colao practices at 3400 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19104. The listed phone number is (215) 349-8310.

What is Joseph Colao's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Joseph Colao enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Colao 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 Colao affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Colao is affiliated with Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Colao was last updated on April 11, 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.