Joseph Candela, M.D.
NPI 1356436257 · Urology Physician · Las Vegas, NV
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Candela, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Las Vegas, NV (NPI 1356436257).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356436257
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9066 (NV)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
2,804 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 | 575 | $125 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 485 | $2 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 250 | $234 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 207 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 165 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 1,044 | 438 |
| Finasteride | 892 | 370 |
| Levofloxacin | 183 | 159 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 172 | 65 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 132 | 63 |
| Enzalutamidebrand: Xtandi | 96 | 19 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 69 | 63 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,965 across 88 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
- 2006-10-04
- Last updated
- 2014-12-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Candela's NPI number?
- Joseph Candela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356436257, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Candela's specialty?
- Joseph Candela is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Candela located?
- Joseph Candela's practice location on file with NPPES is 7500 Smoke Ranch Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89128-0324.
- What is Joseph Candela's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Candela is (702) 233-0727.
- Does Joseph Candela accept Medicare?
- Joseph Candela is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Candela's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Candela's NPI (1356436257) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-12-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.