Joseph Pica, P.A.
NPI 1568436012 · Surgical Physician Assistant · St Petersburg, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Pica, P.A. is a Surgical Physician Assistant provider in St Petersburg, FL (NPI 1568436012).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568436012
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgical Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- P.A.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- PA1989 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
757 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 203 | $105 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 143 | $41 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 126 | $137 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 69 | $154 |
| X-Ray of Middle Spine, 2 Views72070 | 49 | $26 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 48 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dexamethasone | 147 | 132 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 60 | 44 |
| Diazepam | 25 | 22 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 24 | 18 |
| Gabapentin | 15 | 11 |
| Meloxicam | 15 | — |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 14 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 4600 4th St NSt Petersburg, FL 33703-3802Phone: (727) 527-5272Fax: (727) 369-0305
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-13
- Last updated
- 2025-12-05
- Certified
- 2025-12-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Pica's NPI number?
- Joseph Pica's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568436012, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Pica's specialty?
- Joseph Pica is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgical Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Joseph Pica located?
- Joseph Pica's practice location on file with NPPES is 10051 5th St N, St Petersburg, FL 33702-2289.
- What is Joseph Pica's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Pica is (727) 527-5272.
- Does Joseph Pica accept Medicare?
- Joseph Pica is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Pica's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Pica's NPI (1568436012) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.