Joseph Cappa, MD
NPI 1639273212 · Gastroenterology Physician · Glastonbury, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Cappa, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Glastonbury, CT (NPI 1639273212).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639273212
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 030928 (CT)
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
19 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
199 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 46 | $130 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 35 | $97 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 29 | $173 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 23 | $134 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 20 | $261 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 91 | 51 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 67 | 66 |
| Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulfbrand: Sutab | 65 | 64 |
| Omeprazole | 36 | 21 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 21 | 21 |
| Ustekinumabbrand: Stelara | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$35,559 across 137 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
- 2006-09-12
- Last updated
- 2011-08-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Cappa's NPI number?
- Joseph Cappa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639273212, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Cappa's specialty?
- Joseph Cappa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Cappa located?
- Joseph Cappa's practice location on file with NPPES is 300 Western Blvd, Glastonbury, CT 06033-4305.
- What is Joseph Cappa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Cappa is (860) 657-1920.
- Does Joseph Cappa accept Medicare?
- Joseph Cappa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Cappa's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Cappa's NPI (1639273212) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-08-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.