Joshua Steichen, M.D.
NPI 1659503688 · Gastroenterology Physician · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joshua Steichen, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1659503688).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659503688
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A115830 (CA)
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
16 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
452 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 131 | $65 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure, Each Additional 15 Minutes99153 | 113 | $13 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 61 | $489 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 35 | $276 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 31 | $291 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 163 | 47 |
| Omeprazole | 77 | 20 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 29 | — |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 24 | 13 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 21 | 19 |
| Mesalamine | 18 | — |
| Tenofovir Alafenamidebrand: Vemlidy | 18 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-08-08
- Last updated
- 2015-08-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joshua Steichen's NPI number?
- Joshua Steichen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659503688, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joshua Steichen's specialty?
- Joshua Steichen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joshua Steichen located?
- Joshua Steichen's practice location on file with NPPES is 10670 Wexford St, San Diego, CA 92131-3940.
- What is Joshua Steichen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joshua Steichen is (858) 621-4016.
- Does Joshua Steichen accept Medicare?
- Joshua Steichen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joshua Steichen's NPI active?
- Yes — Joshua Steichen's NPI (1659503688) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-08-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.