Joel Berger, D.D.S.,M.D.
NPI 1841218229 · Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (D.M.D.) · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Oral Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Berger, D.D.S.,M.D. is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (D.M.D.) provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1841218229).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1841218229
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (D.M.D.)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.D.S.,M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G45427 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Chlorhexidine Gluconate | 408 | 159 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 122 | 93 |
| Ibuprofen | 93 | 82 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 42 | 32 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 38 | 32 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 38 | 31 |
| Pentoxifylline |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$276 across 6 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
- 2006-07-17
- Last updated
- 2013-04-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Berger's NPI number?
- Joel Berger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841218229, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Berger's specialty?
- Joel Berger is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (D.M.D.) (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Berger located?
- Joel Berger's practice location on file with NPPES is 8008 Frost St, San Diego, CA 92123-4205.
- What is Joel Berger's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Berger is (858) 292-5175.
- Does Joel Berger accept Medicare?
- Joel Berger is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Berger's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Berger's NPI (1841218229) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-04-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.