Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Fluence, MD
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Anesthesiology Physician · Modesto, CA
- NPI 1952322729
- Accepts Medicare
- 47 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
600 Coffee RD
Modesto, CA 953554201
(209) 521-6097
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 1, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1979 — 47 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207LP2900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G42660
- Medicaid
- CA #00G426601
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1952322729. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,987
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$190,191
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 422 | 214 | $130 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 362 | 57 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 192 | 124 | $92 | |
64635 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint | 117 | 92 | $265 | |
64636 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint | 109 | 88 | $82 | |
64493 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 100 | 49 | $112 | |
64494 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level | 92 | 45 | $63 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 80 | 59 | $12 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 77 | 65 | $100 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 59 | 54 | $59 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Modesto Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician, average services per provider: 79. This provider delivers 25× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$202
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nevro Corp. | 4 | $107.93 | |
| Biotronik Nro, INC. | 1 | $54.71 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $23.50 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $15.83 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
112
Patients
25
Total drug cost
$2,590
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 67 | 11 | $1,316 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 29 | 14 | $131 |
| Etodolac | Generic | 16 | 0 | $1,144 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Fluence's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Fluence practices Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician in Modesto, CA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Fluence practice?
Dr. Joseph Fluence practices at 600 Coffee RD, Modesto, CA 953554201. Office phone: 2095216097.
What is Dr. Joseph Fluence's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Fluence's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952322729, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Fluence accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Fluence accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Fluence commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.