Joel Kurtz, M.D.
NPI 1205882578 · Specialist · Lakewood, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Kurtz, M.D. is a Specialist provider in Lakewood, NJ (NPI 1205882578).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205882578
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25MA04511700 (NJ)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
383 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 | 126 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 61 | $93 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 46 | $249 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 43 | $94 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 36 | $170 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 205 | 54 |
| Famotidine | 97 | 29 |
| Omeprazole | 82 | 21 |
| Rifaximinbrand: Xifaxan | 43 | — |
| Mesalamine | 42 | — |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 38 | — |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 29 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$27 across 1 record (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
- 2006-05-26
- Last updated
- 2008-04-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Kurtz's NPI number?
- Joel Kurtz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205882578, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Kurtz's specialty?
- Joel Kurtz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Joel Kurtz located?
- Joel Kurtz's practice location on file with NPPES is 475 Route 70, Lakewood, NJ 08701-5897.
- What is Joel Kurtz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Kurtz is (732) 886-1007.
- Does Joel Kurtz accept Medicare?
- Joel Kurtz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Kurtz's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Kurtz's NPI (1205882578) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-04-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.