Joseph Cardenas, MD
NPI 1568432193 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Yuma, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Cardenas, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Yuma, AZ (NPI 1568432193).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568432193
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21583 (AZ)
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
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
1,545 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 459 | $176 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 239 | $12 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 213 | $125 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 119 | $132 |
| Insertion of Tube in Coronary Artery for Diagnosis With Review By Radiologist93454 | 88 | $157 |
| Review By Radiologist of Both Arms Or Legs Arteries Image |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 316 | 110 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 116 | 41 |
| Carvedilol | 115 | 39 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 72 | 20 |
| Isosorbide Dinitrate | 60 | 19 |
| Nitroglycerin | 59 | 26 |
| Furosemide | 56 | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,013 across 27 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
- 2006-01-25
- Last updated
- 2014-02-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Cardenas's NPI number?
- Joseph Cardenas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568432193, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Cardenas's specialty?
- Joseph Cardenas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Cardenas located?
- Joseph Cardenas's practice location on file with NPPES is 1975 W 24th St, Yuma, AZ 85364-6105.
- What is Joseph Cardenas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Cardenas is (928) 341-9522.
- Does Joseph Cardenas accept Medicare?
- Joseph Cardenas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Cardenas's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Cardenas's NPI (1568432193) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-02-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.