Justin Cappuzzo, MD
NPI 1538517164 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Wilmington, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Justin Cappuzzo, MD is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Wilmington, NC (NPI 1538517164).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538517164
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 314140 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
368 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 89 | $11 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Blood Vessel Access76937 | 42 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 30 | $120 |
| Insertion of Tube Into Chest Or Arm Artery, Initial Third Order Branch36217 | 22 | $149 |
| Insertion of Tube Into Internal Neck Artery for Diagnosis Or Treatment With Review By Radiologist36224 | 22 | $410 |
| Insertion of Tube Into Brain Artery for Diagnosis Or Treatment With Review By Radiologist36226 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$11,558 across 127 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- Massachusetts General Hospital55 Fruit St.Boston, MA 02114Phone: (617) 726-2800
- 2208 S 17th StWilmington, NC 28401-7593Phone: (910) 763-3333Fax: (910) 763-3336
- 100 High St Fl B-Wing4Buffalo, NY 14203-1126Phone: (716) 218-1000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-05-24
- Last updated
- 2024-02-09
- Certified
- 2024-02-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Justin Cappuzzo's NPI number?
- Justin Cappuzzo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538517164, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Justin Cappuzzo's specialty?
- Justin Cappuzzo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Justin Cappuzzo located?
- Justin Cappuzzo's practice location on file with NPPES is 2800 Ashton Dr, Wilmington, NC 28412-2575.
- What is Justin Cappuzzo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Justin Cappuzzo is (910) 799-2262.
- Does Justin Cappuzzo accept Medicare?
- Justin Cappuzzo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Justin Cappuzzo's NPI active?
- Yes — Justin Cappuzzo's NPI (1538517164) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.