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JOSEPH J. COSTELLO DPM
NPI 1639148216
Podiatrist in Pittston, PA

Active since March 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
45 N MAIN ST, SUITE 1, PITTSTON, PA 18640(570) 654-4641(570) 654-4642 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 3, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Joseph J. Costello Dpm NPPES

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

JOSEPH J. COSTELLO DPM (NPI 1639148216) is an individual podiatrist in Pittston, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (SC003054L) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Temple University School Of Podiatric Medicine (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639148216
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy213E00000X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH J. COSTELLOCredential: DPM
Location Address45 N MAIN ST, SUITE 1Pittston, PA 18640-1915
Mailing Address45 N Main St, Suite 1Pittston, PA 18640-1915 · (570) 654-4641 · Fax (570) 654-4642
Phone(570) 654-4641
Fax(570) 654-4642
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSTemple University School Of Podiatric MedicineGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateMarch 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 3, 2012
✔ NPI 1639148216 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPodiatristPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Taxonomy Code213E00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · SC003054L
Definition
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
45 N MAIN ST, Pittston, PA 18640
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Other Identifiers 8

Medicare PIN475671PA
Other3610PA · Geisinger Health Plan
Other475671PA · Pa Blue Shield
Medicare UPINT82299PA
Medicare NSC5512740001
Other817167PA · First Priority
OtherP00002482Railroad Medicare
Medicaid0010811390003PA

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

Joseph J. Costello Dpm 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 ID8921209289
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120424000149
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 9

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.

Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails 11721
This procedure involves the removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. It's typically done to treat severe nail infections, persistent pain, or abnormal nail growth. Local anesthesia is used to minimize discomfort. Healing usually takes a few weeks.
366 services127 patients
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, more than 4 growths 11057
This procedure involves the removal of more than four noncancerous, thickened skin growths. It's a simple process where a healthcare professional uses a specialized tool to carefully remove these growths, promoting healthier skin.
357 services122 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
226 services77 patients
Removal of noncancer skin growth of scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1.1-2.0 cm 11422
This procedure involves the removal of a noncancerous skin growth in areas such as the scalp, neck, hands, or feet. The growth being removed is between 1.1 to 2.0 cm in size. The process is safe, typically involves local anesthesia, and is performed by a healthcare professional.
203 services89 patients
Removal of skin of fingernail or toenail 11765
This procedure, called a nail avulsion, involves the removal of a fingernail or toenail's skin, usually due to an infection, injury, or abnormal growth. It's performed under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort, and promotes healthy nail regrowth and healing.
66 services44 patients
Residence visit for established patient with straightforward medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes 99347
An established patient home visit is a service where a healthcare professional visits your home for a 15-minute check-up. It's designed for patients who have previously seen the professional. The visit may include basic health assessments and discussions about your ongoing care.
50 services22 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 18640 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
$84.88 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

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

Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
5%43 patients1/55-star benchmark: 99%
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.
94%1,402 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.
93%81 patients4/55-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.
93%349 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
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…
17%345 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 17% · 272 patients
21%272 patients
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…
46%349 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
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+: 0% · 239 patients
0%239 patients5/55-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.

JOSEPH J. COSTELLO DPM
Podiatrist
45 N MAIN ST, SUITE 1
PITTSTON, PA 18640
Luzerne County (570) 654-4641

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 Costello's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Costello is 1639148216. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 16, 2006.

Where is Joseph Costello located?

Joseph Costello practices at 45 N Main St Suite 1, Pittston, PA 18640. The listed phone number is (570) 654-4641.

What is Joseph Costello's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Podiatrist with taxonomy code 213E00000X.

Is Joseph Costello enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Costello 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Costello was last updated on May 3, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.