Joseph Bivens, M.D.
NPI 1013118801 · Plastic Surgery Physician · Brawley, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Bivens, M.D. is a Plastic Surgery Physician provider in Brawley, CA (NPI 1013118801).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1013118801
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Plastic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G60000 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
586 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Skin and Tissue, 20.0 Sq Cm Or Less11042 | 256 | $58 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 220 | $95 |
| Removal of Muscle And/Or Tissue, 20.0 Sq Cm Or Less11043 | 47 | $149 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 18 | $177 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 18 | $128 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 84 | 33 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 32 | 14 |
| Collagenase Clostridium Hist.brand: Santyl | 26 | 17 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 21 | — |
| Cephalexin | 18 | — |
| Levofloxacin | 17 | — |
| Mupirocin | 15 | — |
| Silver Sulfadiazinebrand: Ssd | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$243 across 10 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 207 W Legion RdBrawley, CA 92227-7780Phone: (209) 956-7725
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-30
- Last updated
- 2019-09-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Bivens's NPI number?
- Joseph Bivens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013118801, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Bivens's specialty?
- Joseph Bivens is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Plastic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Bivens located?
- Joseph Bivens's practice location on file with NPPES is 751 W Legion Rd Ste 300, Brawley, CA 92227.
- What is Joseph Bivens's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Bivens is (209) 956-7725.
- Does Joseph Bivens accept Medicare?
- Joseph Bivens is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Bivens's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Bivens's NPI (1013118801) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-09-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.