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DR. JOSEPH GEORGE SKENDER M.D.
NPI 1255420766
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Royal Oak, MI

Active since October 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80.99/100
CMS Quality Rating
30701 WOODWARD AVE STE 314S, ROYAL OAK, MI 48073(248) 955-9229 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 25, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 17, 2023, Aug 14, 2023, Jul 21, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Joseph George Skender M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH GEORGE SKENDER M.D. (NPI 1255420766) is an individual rheumatology provider in Royal Oak, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301406480) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Beaumont Hospital - Dearborn, and is a graduate of Wayne State University School Of Medicine (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255420766
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH GEORGE SKENDERCredential: M.D.
Location Address30701 WOODWARD AVE STE 314SRoyal Oak, MI 48073-0987
Mailing Address30701 Woodward Ave Ste 314sRoyal Oak, MI 48073-0987 · (248) 955-9229 · Fax (248) 955-9228
Phone(248) 955-9229
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWayne State University School Of MedicineGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateOctober 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 25, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 25, 2026
✔ NPI 1255420766 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
License✔ Licensed in MI · 4301406480
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.
30701 WOODWARD AVE STE 314S, Royal Oak, MI 48073
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2654326MI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.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

Dr. Joseph George Skender 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 ID1951447697
PECOS Enrollment IDI20091009000140
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.

Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use J1602
Golimumab is a medication given through an IV (a small tube in your vein). It helps to reduce inflammation and pain by blocking a protein in your body that causes inflammation. It's often used to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.
19,300 services30 patients
Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) J0129
Abatacept is a medication administered via injection under a doctor's supervision. It's used to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis by moderating the immune system. This code applies when the doctor administers the drug, not for self-administration.
4,450 services15 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.
859 services370 patients
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less 96413
Chemotherapy is a treatment that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. When administered into a vein, it's often through an IV. This procedure usually lasts 1 hour or less. You may feel a slight pinch as the needle is inserted, but it's generally painless.
245 services53 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.
194 services144 patients
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
174 services41 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Beaumont Hospital - Dearborn

Acute Care Hospitals · Dearborn, MI
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230020
Location18101 Oakwood BlvdDearborn, MI 48124 · Wayne County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Trinity Health Oakland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Pontiac, MI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230029
Location44405 Woodward AvePontiac, MI 48341 · Oakland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak

Acute Care Hospitals · Royal Oak, MI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230130
Location3601 W Thirteen Mile RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073 · Oakland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Beaumont Hospital - Farmington Hills

Acute Care Hospitals · Farmington Hills, MI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230151
Location28050 Grand River AvenueFarmington Hills, MI 48336 · Oakland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Beaumont Hospital, Troy

Acute Care Hospitals · Troy, MI
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230269
Location44201 Dequindre RoadTroy, MI 48085 · Oakland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 48073 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
$134.28 typical visit price
range $58.04 – $177.36
Typical copayment $33.57 (range $14.51 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$102.35 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $143.49
Typical copayment $25.58 (range $4.58 – $35.87)
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.

80.99/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality67.25
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost59.73

Reported Quality Measures

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.
96%4,510 patients4/55-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.
98%7,724 patients4/55-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.
100%587 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Osteoarthritis (OA): Function and Pain Assessment
Percentage of patient visits for patients aged 21 years and older with a diagnosis of osteoarthritis (OA) with assessment for function and pain
45%2,379 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pain Assessment and Follow-Up
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older with documentation of a pain assessment using a standardized tool(s) on each visit AND documentation of a follow-up plan when pain is present
65%3,163 patients3/55-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.
62%1,714 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
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…
97%1,704 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…
71%1,714 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Assessment and Classification of Disease Prognosis
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who have an assessment and classification of disease prognosis at least once within 12 months
82%700 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Functional Status Assessment
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) for whom a functional status assessment was performed at least once within 12 months
89%700 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Glucocorticoid Management
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who have been assessed for glucocorticoid use and, for those on prolonged doses of prednisone >= 10 mg daily (or equivalent) with improvement or no change in disease…
78%700 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Periodic Assessment of Disease Activity
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who have an assessment and classification of disease activity within 12 months
90%700 patients4/55-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…
3%1,714 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.
Patients 2+: 1% · 833 patients
4%833 patients4/55-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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

MOHAMED ALTATTAN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
30701 WOODWARD AVE STE 314S
ROYAL OAK, MI 48073
Oakland County (248) 955-9229

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 Skender's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Skender is 1255420766. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 12, 2006.

Where is Joseph Skender located?

Joseph Skender practices at 30701 Woodward Ave Ste 314S, Royal Oak, MI 48073. The listed phone number is (248) 955-9229.

What is Joseph Skender's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Joseph Skender enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Skender 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 Skender accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Blue Care Network of Michigan and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company and 3 other insurers list Joseph Skender 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 Skender affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Skender is affiliated with Beaumont Hospital - Dearborn, Trinity Health Oakland Hospital, Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak, Beaumont Hospital - Farmington Hills and Beaumont Hospital, Troy.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Skender was last updated on February 25, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.