Joseph Sonstein, MD
NPI 1134323728 · Urology Physician · Galveston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Sonstein, MD is a Urology Physician provider in Galveston, TX (NPI 1134323728).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134323728
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- BP2-0029557 (TX)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
337 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 123 | $95 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 73 | $64 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 37 | $77 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 20 | $130 |
| Simple Removal of Foreign Body, Stone, Or Stent in Urethra Or Bladder Using an Endoscope52310 | 17 | $147 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 224 | 69 |
| Finasteride | 134 | 48 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 81 | 25 |
| Potassium Citratebrand: Potassium Citrate Er | 36 | 13 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Mirabegron Er | 31 | 14 |
| Solifenacin Succinate | 20 | — |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$41 across 3 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-14
- Last updated
- 2012-03-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Sonstein's NPI number?
- Joseph Sonstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134323728, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Sonstein's specialty?
- Joseph Sonstein is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Sonstein located?
- Joseph Sonstein's practice location on file with NPPES is 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77555-5302.
- What is Joseph Sonstein's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Sonstein is (409) 772-2222.
- Does Joseph Sonstein accept Medicare?
- Joseph Sonstein is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Sonstein's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Sonstein's NPI (1134323728) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-03-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.