Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. John Tesser, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Phoenix, AZ
- NPI 1427049220
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 99.2 / 100 · 2023
- 49 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
9520 W Palm Ln Ste 220
Phoenix, AZ 850374403
(480) 443-8400
fax (480) 443-8697 - Additional location
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5681 W Beverly Ln Ste 100
Glendale, AZ 853069800 - Mailing address
-
4550 E Bell RD Ste 170
Phoenix, AZ 850329385
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 19, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1977 — 49 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arizona #11285
- Medicaid
- AZ #206319
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1427049220. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
251,844
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$3,725,928
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3262 |
Injection, tocilizumab, 1 mg | 75,483 | 18 | $6 | |
J3111 |
Injection, romosozumab-aqqg, 1 mg | 44,940 | 50 | $10 | |
J0717 |
Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 43,200 | 15 | $5 | |
J0129 |
Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 28,126 | 53 | $42 | |
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 20,940 | 223 | $23 | |
J1602 |
Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use | 20,891 | 35 | $13 | |
J1745 |
Injection, infliximab, excludes biosimilar, 10 mg | 5,980 | 23 | $33 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 1,309 | 548 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,238 | 617 | $124 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 1,207 | 529 | $10 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Phoenix Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 4,912. This provider delivers 51× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$91,926
Transactions
241
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ucb, INC. | 33 | $20,420.47 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 18 | $17,381.51 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 55 | $17,146.71 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 34 | $16,907.30 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 17 | $7,639.40 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 8 | $5,195.72 | |
| Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC | 3 | $3,669.13 | |
| Biogen, INC. | 2 | $2,044.00 | |
| Amgen INC. | 28 | $462.05 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 14 | $196.55 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 10 | $179.12 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 8 | $145.29 | |
| Radius Health, INC. | 4 | $95.54 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., INC. | 4 | $91.14 | |
| Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC | 3 | $75.76 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,403
Patients
535
Total drug cost
$931,138
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 292 | 115 | $10,541 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 222 | 102 | $2,458 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 164 | 56 | $11,446 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 98 | 37 | $1,437 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 77 | 26 | $1,297 |
| Leucovorin Calcium | Generic | 77 | 29 | $1,353 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 70 | 25 | $1,680 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 66 | 26 | $2,459 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 66 | 27 | $4,975 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 55 | 16 | $1,429 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Tesser's medical specialty?
Dr. John Tesser practices Rheumatology Physician in Phoenix, AZ.
Where does Dr. John Tesser practice?
Dr. John Tesser practices at 9520 W Palm Ln Ste 220, Phoenix, AZ 850374403. Office phone: 4804438400.
What is Dr. John Tesser's NPI?
Dr. John Tesser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427049220, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Tesser accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Tesser accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Tesser commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, tocilizumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J3262); Injection, romosozumab-aqqg, 1 mg (HCPCS J3111); Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0717). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.