Joseph Canestrari, PA-C
NPI 1871700161 · Surgical Physician Assistant · Melbourne, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Canestrari, PA-C is a Surgical Physician Assistant provider in Melbourne, FL (NPI 1871700161).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871700161
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgical Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- PA9104146 (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 tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,888 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 543 | $75 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 409 | $61 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 313 | $44 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 148 | $105 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 116 | $37 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 222 | 122 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 96 | 80 |
| Methylprednisolone | 82 | 72 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 60 | 37 |
| Amoxicillin | 56 | 37 |
| Celecoxib | 27 | — |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 25 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$15 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 240 N Wickham Rd Ste 108Melbourne, FL 32935-8663Phone: (321) 541-1777Fax: (321) 541-1788
- 240 N Wickham Rd Ste 104Melbourne, FL 32935-8663Phone: (321) 541-1777Fax: (321) 541-1786
- 709 S Harbor City BlvdSuite 100Melbourne, FL 32901-1938Phone: (321) 725-2225Fax: (321) 308-0635
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-17
- Last updated
- 2025-03-31
- Certified
- 2025-03-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Canestrari's NPI number?
- Joseph Canestrari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871700161, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Canestrari's specialty?
- Joseph Canestrari is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgical Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Joseph Canestrari located?
- Joseph Canestrari's practice location on file with NPPES is 240 N Wickham Rd Ste 102, Melbourne, FL 32935-8663.
- What is Joseph Canestrari's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Canestrari is (321) 541-1777.
- Does Joseph Canestrari accept Medicare?
- Joseph Canestrari is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Canestrari's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Canestrari's NPI (1871700161) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.