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DR. JOSEPH CONTESSA M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1639298318
Radiology - Radiation Oncology in New Haven, CT

Active since March 27, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
73.56/100
CMS Quality Rating
333 CEDAR ST, HUNTER RADIATION THERAPY CENTER, NEW HAVEN, CT 06510(203) 688-4344(203) 737-1467 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 13, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Joseph Contessa M.d., Ph.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH CONTESSA M.D., PH.D. (NPI 1639298318) is an individual radiation oncology provider in New Haven, Connecticut, licensed in New Jersey (25MA12833800) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, and is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, School Of Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639298318
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0001X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH CONTESSACredential: M.D., PH.D.
Location Address333 CEDAR ST, HUNTER RADIATION THERAPY CENTERNew Haven, CT 06510-3206
Mailing Address1146 Miller AveAnn Arbor, MI 48103-3753 · (734) 327-4878
Phone(203) 688-4344
Fax(203) 737-1467
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSVirginia Commonwealth University, School Of MedicineGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateMarch 27, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 13, 2025
NPPES CertifiedNovember 13, 2025
✔ NPI 1639298318 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Radiation OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0001X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MA12833800✔ Licensed in CT · 047485
Definition
A radiologist who deals with the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers and the study and management of disease, especially malignant tumors.
Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License 4301083650 (MI)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License 4301083650 (MI)
333 CEDAR ST, New Haven, CT 06510
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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

Dr. Joseph Contessa M.d., Ph.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 ID5698828879
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090805000677, I20251215003902
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.

Ct guidance for insertion of radiation therapy fields 77014
CT guidance for insertion of radiation therapy fields involves using a CT scan to accurately map the area of your body where radiation will be applied. This ensures the radiation targets only the necessary area, minimizing impact to healthy tissues.
204 services98 patients
Stereoscopic x-ray guidance for localization of target volume for the delivery of radiation therapy G6002
Stereoscopic x-ray guidance is a technique used in radiation therapy. It involves taking multiple X-ray images from different angles to create a 3D picture of the area to be treated. This helps accurately pinpoint the exact location for radiation delivery, ensuring the therapy is as effective as possible.
58 services36 patients
Radiation treatment management, 5 treatment sessions 77427
Radiation treatment management involves a series of 5 sessions where targeted radiation is used to destroy or shrink cancer cells in your body. Each session is carefully planned to maximize effectiveness while minimizing harm to healthy tissues. You may experience side effects which will be closely monitored and managed for your comfort.
44 services16 patients
Design and construction of complex radiation treatment device 77334
The design and construction of a complex radiation treatment device is a process where a specialized instrument is created. This device targets harmful cells with high-energy rays to destroy or damage them, while minimizing impact on healthy cells. This aids in treating conditions like cancer.
18 services12 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · New Brunswick, NJ
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310038
LocationOne Robert Wood Johnson PlaceNew Brunswick, NJ 08901 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 06510 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
$183.10 typical visit price
range $60.82 – $183.10
Typical copayment $45.77 (range $15.20 – $45.77)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$75.55 typical visit price
range $19.76 – $149.26
Typical copayment $18.88 (range $4.94 – $37.31)
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.

73.56/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality75.84
Promoting Interoperability74
Improvement Activities40
Cost51.43

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.

DR. BRIAN CHRISTOPHER CAMBI M.D.
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
333 CEDAR ST, DCB 3
NEW HAVEN, CT 06510
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 785-4129
MATTHEW JOSEPH MCCONNELL M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
333 CEDAR ST, YNHH INTERNAL MEDICINE-GI,SECTION OF DIGESTIVE DISEASES
NEW HAVEN, CT 06510
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 785-7012
DR. SRI SMITHA KANAPARTHY M.D.
Anesthesiology (Pediatric Anesthesiology)
333 CEDAR ST, TMP 3
NEW HAVEN, CT 06510
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 785-2802
SUNDES KAZMIR M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
333 CEDAR ST, YALE-NEW HAVEN HOSPITAL DEPARTMENT OF PEDIATRICS
NEW HAVEN, CT 06510
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 688-1947
ANASTASIA KOPTELOVA MD
Anesthesiology
333 CEDAR ST
NEW HAVEN, CT 06510
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 688-4242
ROBERT MCNAMARA MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
333 CEDAR ST, FMP 3
NEW HAVEN, CT 06510
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 785-4127
DR. BRANDI PARKER COTTON APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
333 CEDAR ST
NEW HAVEN, CT 06510
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 432-1333
SARAH ELIZABETH SCHELLHORN MD
Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
333 CEDAR ST
NEW HAVEN, CT 06510
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 785-4095

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 Contessa's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Contessa is 1639298318. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 27, 2007.

Where is Joseph Contessa located?

Joseph Contessa practices at 333 Cedar St Hunter Radiation Therapy Center, New Haven, CT 06510. The listed phone number is (203) 688-4344.

What is Joseph Contessa's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Radiation Oncology, with taxonomy code 2085R0001X.

Is Joseph Contessa enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Contessa 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 Contessa affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Contessa is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Contessa was last updated on November 13, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.