Joel Saal, MD
NPI 1669430104 · Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician · Redwood City, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Saal, MD is a Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician provider in Redwood City, CA (NPI 1669430104).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669430104
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- License
- C40163 (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
20 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
1,723 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 623 | $102 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 210 | $143 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 118 | $136 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 113 | $244 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 86 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 172 | 49 |
| Gabapentin | 138 | 49 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 43 | 12 |
| Prednisone | 42 | 38 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 27 | 11 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 21 | — |
| Nabumetone |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-03
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Saal's NPI number?
- Joel Saal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669430104, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Saal's specialty?
- Joel Saal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Saal located?
- Joel Saal's practice location on file with NPPES is 500 Arguello Street, Redwood City, CA 94063.
- What is Joel Saal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Saal is (650) 851-4900.
- Does Joel Saal accept Medicare?
- Joel Saal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Saal's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Saal's NPI (1669430104) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.