Joseph Molinaro, D.O.
NPI 1043452485 · Family Medicine Physician · Santa Cruz, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Molinaro, D.O. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Santa Cruz, CA (NPI 1043452485).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043452485
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 20A10232 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
541 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 287 | $137 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 69 | $98 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 64 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 45 | $192 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Streptococcus, Group a (strep)87880 | 37 | $16 |
| Detection Test By Multiplex Amplified Probe Technique for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (sars-Cov-2) (covid-19), Influenza Virus Types a and B, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 113 | 113 |
| Mupirocin | 49 | 48 |
| Cephalexin | 34 | 34 |
| Prednisone | 32 | 32 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 29 | 27 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 28 | 28 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 18 | 17 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-03-31
- Last updated
- 2014-08-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Molinaro's NPI number?
- Joseph Molinaro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043452485, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Molinaro's specialty?
- Joseph Molinaro is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Molinaro located?
- Joseph Molinaro's practice location on file with NPPES is 2025 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-1323.
- What is Joseph Molinaro's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Molinaro is (831) 458-5537.
- Does Joseph Molinaro accept Medicare?
- Joseph Molinaro is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Molinaro's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Molinaro's NPI (1043452485) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-08-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.