Joel Kichler, MD
NPI 1972502516 · Gastroenterology Physician · Brackenridge, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Kichler, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Brackenridge, PA (NPI 1972502516).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972502516
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 019480E (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
347 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 96 | $230 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 87 | $97 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 40 | $89 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99221 | 33 | $79 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 29 | $122 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 404 | 400 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 204 | 200 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 171 | 65 |
| Peg 3350/Sod Sulf,chlr/Pot/Magbrand: Suflave | 64 | 64 |
| Mesalamine | 51 | — |
| Omeprazole | 44 | 12 |
| Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulf |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$332 across 20 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 320 E North AvePittsburgh, PA 15212-4756Phone: (412) 359-8900Fax: (412) 359-8977
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-16
- Last updated
- 2024-07-03
- Certified
- 2024-07-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Kichler's NPI number?
- Joel Kichler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972502516, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Kichler's specialty?
- Joel Kichler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Kichler located?
- Joel Kichler's practice location on file with NPPES is 985 Penn St Ste a, Brackenridge, PA 15014-1160.
- What is Joel Kichler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Kichler is (724) 671-7909.
- Does Joel Kichler accept Medicare?
- Joel Kichler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Kichler's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Kichler's NPI (1972502516) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.