JOEL CONFINO MD
NPI 1710073069
Ophthalmology in Westfield, NJ

Active since October 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
98.79/100
CMS Quality Rating
592 SPRINGFIELD AVE, WESTFIELD, NJ 07090(908) 789-8999(908) 789-1379 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Joel Confino Md NPPES

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

JOEL CONFINO MD (NPI 1710073069) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Westfield, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (MA46401) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710073069
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameJOEL CONFINOCredential: MD
Location Address592 SPRINGFIELD AVEWestfield, NJ 07090-1002
Mailing Address592 Springfield AveWestfield, NJ 07090-1002 · (908) 789-8999 · Fax (908) 789-1379
Fax(908) 789-1379
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSAlbert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva UniversityGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateOctober 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
NPI 1710073069 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in NJ · MA46401
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
592 SPRINGFIELD AVE, Westfield, NJ 07090

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINB57941NJ
Medicaid0854808NJ
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified480089DAFNJ

Accepted Insurance

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 Confino Md 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 ID6002880853
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100429000502
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 10

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.

Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
863 services849 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.
350 services197 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
143 services137 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
122 services122 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
107 services102 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
41 services41 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07090 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
$144.86 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $36.21 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$79.09 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $19.77 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
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.

98.79/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality98.58
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam
100%305 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%4,744 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Glaucoma Intraocular Pressure Reduction
95%93 patients
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 100% · 1,128 patients
Patients screened: 100% · 1,128 patients
98%42 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): Reduction of Intraocular Pressure (IOP) by 15% OR Documentation of a Plan of Care
100%101 patients
Tobacco Use and Help with Quitting Among Adolescents
98%90 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 2,115 patients
Patients totalRate: 0% · 2,115 patients
0%2,115 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 9

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

Ophthalmology
592 SPRINGFIELD AVE
WESTFIELD, NJ 07090
Ophthalmology
592 SPRINGFIELD AVE
WESTFIELD, NJ 07090
Optometrist
592 SPRINGFIELD AVE
WESTFIELD, NJ 07090
Optometrist (Low Vision Rehabilitation)
592 SPRINGFIELD AVE
WESTFIELD, NJ 07090
Optometrist (Low Vision Rehabilitation)
592 SPRINGFIELD AVE
WESTFIELD, NJ 07090
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
592 SPRINGFIELD AVE
WESTFIELD, NJ 07090
Ophthalmology (Glaucoma Specialist)
592 SPRINGFIELD AVE
WESTFIELD, NJ 07090
Ophthalmology
592 SPRINGFIELD AVE
WESTFIELD, NJ 07090

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 Confino's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joel Confino is 1710073069. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 5, 2006.

Where is Joel Confino located?

Joel Confino practices at 592 Springfield Ave, Westfield, NJ 07090. The listed phone number is (908) 789-8999.

What is Joel Confino's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Joel Confino enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joel Confino 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 Joel Confino accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Providence Health Plan list Joel Confino 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joel Confino was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.