Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Bivens, M.D.
Plastic Surgery Physician (CMS: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) · Surgery Physician · Brawley, CA
- NPI 1013118801
- Accepts Medicare
- 49 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
751 W Legion RD Ste 300
Brawley, CA 92227
(209) 956-7725
fax (760) 351-4949 - Additional location
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207 W Legion RD
Brawley, CA 922277780 - Mailing address
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Po Box 7096
Stockton, CA 952670096
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 20, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1977 — 49 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208200000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G60000
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1013118801. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
637
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$58,648
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11042 |
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 260 | 55 | $59 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 245 | 70 | $97 | |
11043 |
Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 71 | 25 | $152 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 30 | 30 | $181 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 19 | 17 | $82 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 12 | 12 | $144 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 106. This provider delivers 6.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$243
Transactions
10
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith+Nephew, Inc. | 6 | $163.76 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 2 | $36.79 | |
| BSN Medical Inc | 1 | $21.39 | |
| LifeNet Health | 1 | $20.59 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
155
Patients
75
Total drug cost
$74,781
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santyl (Collagenase Clostridium Hist.) | Brand | 65 | 36 | $72,881 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 42 | 20 | $1,084 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 35 | 19 | $437 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 13 | 0 | $379 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Bivens's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Bivens practices Plastic Surgery Physician in Brawley, CA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Bivens practice?
Dr. Joseph Bivens practices at 751 W Legion RD Ste 300, Brawley, CA 92227. Office phone: 2099567725.
What is Dr. Joseph Bivens's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Bivens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013118801, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Bivens accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Bivens accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Bivens commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less (HCPCS 11042); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less (HCPCS 11043). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.