Lija Joseph, M.D.
NPI 1134192446 · Anatomic Pathology Physician · Lowell, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lija Joseph, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology Physician provider in Lowell, MA (NPI 1134192446).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134192446
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 220563 (MA)
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 tenure28% of score
20 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
2,578 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 1,139 | $37 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 384 | $28 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 283 | $35 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 132 | $82 |
| Cell Examination of Specimen, Selective Cellular Enhancement Technique88112 | 97 | $28 |
| Preparation of Tissue for Examination By Removing Any Calcium Present88311 | 91 | $12 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-08
- Last updated
- 2023-11-07
- Certified
- 2023-11-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lija Joseph's NPI number?
- Lija Joseph's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134192446, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lija Joseph's specialty?
- Lija Joseph is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lija Joseph located?
- Lija Joseph's practice location on file with NPPES is 295 Varnum Ave, Lowell, MA 01854-2193.
- What is Lija Joseph's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lija Joseph is (978) 937-6341.
- Does Lija Joseph accept Medicare?
- Lija Joseph is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lija Joseph's NPI active?
- Yes — Lija Joseph's NPI (1134192446) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.