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DR. JOHN ANTHONY COCCARO M.D.
NPI 1235280314
Pain Medicine - Interventional Pain Medicine in Toms River, NJ

Active since January 15, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
300 W WATER ST STE A, TOMS RIVER, NJ 08753(732) 800-2760(732) 505-5432 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: May 29, 2026, Apr 10, 2025, Dec 29, 2015 (3 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. John Anthony Coccaro M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOHN ANTHONY COCCARO M.D. (NPI 1235280314) is an individual interventional pain medicine provider in Toms River, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (25MA06552700) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Community Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235280314
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208VP0014X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN ANTHONY COCCAROCredential: M.D.
Location Address300 W WATER ST STE AToms River, NJ 08753-6692
Mailing Address90 Matawan Rd Ste 302Matawan, NJ 07747-2653 · (732) 441-7177 · Fax (732) 441-7165
Phone(732) 800-2760
Fax(732) 505-5432
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateJanuary 15, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMay 29, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 29, 2026
✔ NPI 1235280314 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208VP0014X
License✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MA06552700
Definition
Interventional Pain Medicine is the discipline of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders principally with the application of interventional techniques in managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, independently or in conjunction with other modalities of treatment.
Also ListedAnesthesiologyTaxonomy 207L00000X · License 25MA06552700 (NJ)
300 W WATER ST STE A, Toms River, NJ 08753
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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. John Anthony Coccaro 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 ID7810927068
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050817000243
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 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.

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
313 services17 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.
178 services78 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
168 services74 patients
Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems 96127
Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems involves a thorough evaluation of your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. It's a process where professionals study patterns over time to identify potential issues like anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions.
65 services65 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.
56 services56 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611
This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.
24 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Community Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Toms River, NJ
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310041
Location99 Rt 37 WestToms River, NJ 08755 · Ocean County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 08753 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
$140.34 typical visit price
range $61.59 – $185.05
Typical copayment $35.08 (range $15.39 – $46.26)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$107.94 typical visit price
range $20.08 – $150.98
Typical copayment $26.98 (range $5.02 – $37.74)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
1%272 patients1/55-star benchmark: 92%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
57%856 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
100%71 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
3%127 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
4%361 patients1/55-star benchmark: 99%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
1%105 patients1/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
98%856 patients5/55-star benchmark: 97%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
39%361 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
6%361 patients1/55-star benchmark: 59%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
99%93 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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 John Coccaro's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Coccaro is 1235280314. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 15, 2007.

Where is John Coccaro located?

John Coccaro practices at 300 W Water St Ste A, Toms River, NJ 08753. The listed phone number is (732) 800-2760.

What is John Coccaro's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Is John Coccaro enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Coccaro 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 John Coccaro affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Coccaro is affiliated with Community Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Coccaro was last updated on May 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.