JOSEPH M BRANDEL M.D.
NPI 1770756884
Surgery in Antioch, CA

Q: What is Joseph Brandel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Brandel is 1770756884. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 9, 2008.

Q: What is Joseph Brandel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Brandel was last updated on October 10, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.

Active since April 09, 2008PECOS Enrolled

80.36/100

CMS Quality Rating

2350 COUNTRY HILLS DR, ANTIOCH, CA 94509(925) 757-0800(925) 757-2160 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 10, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Joseph M Brandel M.d. NPPES

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

JOSEPH M BRANDEL M.D. (NPI 1770756884) is an individual surgery provider in Antioch, California, licensed in California (A97614) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770756884

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameJOSEPH M BRANDELCredential: M.D.

Location Address2350 COUNTRY HILLS DRAntioch, CA 94509-7436

Mailing Address2637 Shadelands DrWalnut Creek, CA 94598-2512 · (925) 948-8143

Phone(925) 757-0800

Fax(925) 757-2160

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1999

Enumeration DateApril 9, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 10, 2017

✔ NPI 1770756884 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

License✔ Licensed in CA · A97614

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Also ListedSurgery · Surgical Critical CareTaxonomy 2086S0102X · License A97614 (CA)

Also ListedSurgery · Trauma SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0127X · License 25MA08275600 (NJ)

2350 COUNTRY HILLS DR, Antioch, CA 94509

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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Joseph M Brandel M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID6800961301

PECOS Enrollment IDI20140114001799

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Brandel reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

John Muir Trauma Physicians Billing Service

15 mi

Trauma Surgery

1601 YGNACIO VALLEY RD
Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
810 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1962551861 (925) 947-5331

Joseph Brandel PC

15 mi

Trauma Surgery

1601 YGNACIO VALLEY RD
Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment

NPI 1275364283 (925) 939-3000

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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 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.

127 services83 patients

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.

77 services47 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

66 services66 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

35 services15 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.

17 services17 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.

17 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94509 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

$104.51 typical visit price

range $69.00 – $202.35

Typical copayment $26.12 (range $17.25 – $50.58)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$84.91 typical visit price

range $23.44 – $166.46

Typical copayment $21.22 (range $5.86 – $41.61)

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.

80.36/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

72.85

Improvement Activities

Cost

55.1

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

BASS MEDICAL GROUP

Orthopaedic Surgery

2350 COUNTRY HILLS DR, SUITE B
ANTIOCH, CA 94509

Contra Costa County (925) 528-2663

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 Brandel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Brandel is 1770756884. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 9, 2008.

Where is Joseph Brandel located?

Joseph Brandel practices at 2350 Country Hills Dr, Antioch, CA 94509. The listed phone number is (925) 757-0800.

What is Joseph Brandel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Joseph Brandel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Brandel is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Joseph Brandel's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Brandel reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: John Muir Trauma Physicians Billing Service (Walnut Creek, CA) and Joseph Brandel PC (Walnut Creek, CA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Joseph Brandel's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Brandel was last updated on October 10, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.