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JOEL THEKEKARA M.D
NPI 1336646199
Internal Medicine in Cincinnati, OH

Active since April 09, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4777 E. GALBRAITH ROAD, CINCINNATI, OH 45236(513) 686-6860(513) 686-6868 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 29, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 29, 2022, Nov 29, 2018, Apr 9, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Joel Thekekara M.d NPPES

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

JOEL THEKEKARA M.D (NPI 1336646199) is an individual internal medicine provider in Cincinnati, Ohio, licensed in Missouri (2022004642) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Dominic-jackson Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1336646199
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameJOEL THEKEKARACredential: M.D
Location Address4777 E. GALBRAITH ROADCincinnati, OH 45236
Mailing Address4777 E. Galbraith RoadCincinnati, OH 45236 · (513) 686-6860 · Fax (513) 686-6868
Phone(513) 686-6860
Fax(513) 686-6868
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateApril 9, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 29, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 29, 2022
✔ NPI 1336646199 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MO · 2022004642
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
4777 E. GALBRAITH ROAD, Cincinnati, OH 45236
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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

Joel Thekekara 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 ID7810396116
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220708000650, I20250415000603
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 5

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
452 services179 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
141 services76 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
106 services104 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
22 services17 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number250048
Location969 Lakeland DrJackson, MS 39216 · Hinds County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 45236 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
$126.12 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.65
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.10 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

MARC LEWIS COHEN M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
4777 E. GALBRAITH ROAD
CINCINNATI, OH 45236
Hamilton County (513) 686-5446
JASLEEN KOUR
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
4777 E. GALBRAITH ROAD
CINCINNATI, OH 45236
Hamilton County (513) 686-5446
DAVID RICARDO MURILLO-GARCIA M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
4777 E. GALBRAITH ROAD
CINCINNATI, OH 45236
Hamilton County (513) 686-5446
FARYAL ALI UMAIR
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
4777 E. GALBRAITH ROAD
CINNCINNATI, OH 45236
Hamilton County (513) 686-5446
RAFAEL FELL M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
4777 E. GALBRAITH ROAD
CINCINNATI, OH 45236
Hamilton County (416) 825-3586
SHAZMAH SHAHRUKH
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
4777 E. GALBRAITH ROAD
CINCINNATI, OH 45236
Hamilton County (513) 686-5446
MARIA FAHMY WASEF
Internal Medicine
4777 E. GALBRAITH ROAD
CINCINNATI, OH 45236
Hamilton County (513) 686-5446

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 Joel Thekekara's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joel Thekekara is 1336646199. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 9, 2018.

Where is Joel Thekekara located?

Joel Thekekara practices at 4777 E. Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236. The listed phone number is (513) 686-6860.

What is Joel Thekekara's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Joel Thekekara enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joel Thekekara 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 Joel Thekekara affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joel Thekekara is affiliated with St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joel Thekekara was last updated on August 29, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years 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.