Joseph Boyd Palascak, MD
NPI 1407833254 · Gastroenterology Physician · Santa Cruz, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Boyd Palascak, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Santa Cruz, CA (NPI 1407833254).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1407833254
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A102187 (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
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
1,330 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 315 | $48 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 297 | $249 |
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 227 | $5 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 186 | $138 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 112 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 237 | 220 |
| Omeprazole | 128 | 54 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 88 | 83 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 37 | 36 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 26 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 21 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-22
- Last updated
- 2012-01-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Boyd Palascak's NPI number?
- Joseph Boyd Palascak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407833254, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Boyd Palascak's specialty?
- Joseph Boyd Palascak is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Boyd Palascak located?
- Joseph Boyd Palascak's practice location on file with NPPES is 2850 Commercial Xing, Santa Cruz, CA 95065-1702.
- What is Joseph Boyd Palascak's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Boyd Palascak is (831) 460-7350.
- Does Joseph Boyd Palascak accept Medicare?
- Joseph Boyd Palascak is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Boyd Palascak's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Boyd Palascak's NPI (1407833254) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-01-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.