Joseph Sassani, MD
NPI 1518921451 · Ophthalmology Physician · Hershey, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Sassani, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Hershey, PA (NPI 1518921451).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518921451
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD016019E (PA)
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
1,468 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 573 | $71 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 339 | $20 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 297 | $25 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 189 | $47 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 49 | $19 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Cornea to Determine Thickness76514 | 21 | $7 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $7–$71 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,578 | 290 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 633 | 161 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 421 | 108 |
| Timolol Maleate | 249 | 74 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 151 | 43 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 151 | 40 |
| Brinzolamide | 112 | 32 |
| Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tart |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-17
- Last updated
- 2019-10-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Sassani's NPI number?
- Joseph Sassani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518921451, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Sassani's specialty?
- Joseph Sassani is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Sassani located?
- Joseph Sassani's practice location on file with NPPES is 500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033-2360.
- What is Joseph Sassani's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Sassani is (717) 531-5690.
- Does Joseph Sassani accept Medicare?
- Joseph Sassani is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Sassani's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Sassani's NPI (1518921451) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-10-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.