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JOSHUA D CROEN MD
NPI 1952562829
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Hartford, CT

Active since June 23, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
86.41/100
CMS Quality Rating
80 SEYMOUR STREET, HARTFORD HOSPITAL MEDICINE DEPT, HARTFORD, CT 06102(860) 972-2085 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 2, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Joshua D Croen Md NPPES

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

JOSHUA D CROEN MD (NPI 1952562829) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Hartford, Connecticut, licensed in Connecticut (051423) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952562829
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameJOSHUA D CROENCredential: MD
Location Address80 SEYMOUR STREET, HARTFORD HOSPITAL MEDICINE DEPTHartford, CT 06102-5037
Mailing Address80 Seymour Street, Hartford Hospital Medicine DeptHartford, CT 06102-5037 · (860) 972-2085
Phone(860) 972-2085
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJune 23, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJune 2, 2019
✔ NPI 1952562829 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in CT · 051423
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 051423 (CT)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
80 SEYMOUR STREET, Hartford, CT 06102
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1952562829CT

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Joshua D Croen 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 ID6002072915
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130228000444
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

2

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

Hartford Hospital
Same address
General Acute Care Hospital
80 SEYMOUR ST
Hartford, CT 06102
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Connecticut enrollment
  • 1,333 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1770696643 (860) 696-6010
Hartford Healthcare Medical Group Specialists, PLLC
0.1 mi
Surgery
85 SEYMOUR ST STE 415
Hartford, CT 06106
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Connecticut enrollment
  • 1,921 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023584216 (860) 246-2071

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 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 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.
139 services87 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.
66 services64 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.
46 services43 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
35 services25 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.
15 services11 patients

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.

86.41/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81.99
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost43.03

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.

JENNY ANN RICE PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
80 SEYMOUR STREET, HARTFORD HOSPITAL SURGERY DEPT
HARTFORD, CT 06102
Capitol Planning Region (860) 972-4670
MARY R NOON RD
Dietitian, Registered
80 SEYMOUR STREET, HARTFORD HOSPITAL FOOD & NUTRITION SERVICES
HARTFORD, CT 06102
Capitol Planning Region (860) 545-2604
DR. JASON ZAKKO M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
80 SEYMOUR STREET, CARDIAC SURGERY
HARTFORD, CT 06102
Capitol Planning Region (860) 696-5520
DR. ALFRED HERZOG M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
80 SEYMOUR STREET, HARTFORD HOSPITAL
HARTFORD, CT 06102
Capitol Planning Region (860) 545-3501
NATALIA P. BUKSA PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
80 SEYMOUR STREET, HARTFORD HOSPITAL MEDICINE DEPT
HARTFORD, CT 06102
Capitol Planning Region (860) 545-5176
KATIE ANN COPPOLA PA
Physician Assistant (Medical)
80 SEYMOUR STREET, HARTFORD HOSPITAL EMERGENCY MEDICINE
HARTFORD, CT 06102
Capitol Planning Region (860) 972-0000
AVA DALANI GORNEAULT
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
80 SEYMOUR STREET
HARTFORD, CT 06102
Capitol Planning Region (860) 972-2700
JEFFREY A CANTIN PA-C
Physician Assistant
80 SEYMOUR STREET, HARTFORD HOSPITAL SURGERY DEPT
HARTFORD, CT 06102
Capitol Planning Region (860) 545-2840

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 Joshua Croen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joshua Croen is 1952562829. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2008.

Where is Joshua Croen located?

Joshua Croen practices at 80 Seymour Street Hartford Hospital Medicine Dept, Hartford, CT 06102. The listed phone number is (860) 972-2085.

What is Joshua Croen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Joshua Croen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joshua Croen 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Joshua Croen's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joshua Croen reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Hartford Hospital (Hartford, CT) and Hartford Healthcare Medical Group Specialists, PLLC (Hartford, CT). 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 Joshua Croen's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joshua Croen accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Joshua Croen 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 Joshua Croen was last updated on June 2, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.