Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Ta, MD
Otolaryngology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Specialist · Otolaryngology Physician · Palo Alto, CA
- NPI 1669650925
- Accepts Medicare
- 22 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 943014121
(650) 321-4121 - Mailing address
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325 Distel Cir
Los Altos, CA 940221408
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 28, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Y00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- California #A94818 · Nevada #14448 · Michigan #4301097726
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1669650925. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
917
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$127,278
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 291 | 187 | $155 | |
69210 |
Removal of impacted ear wax | 218 | 150 | $56 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 131 | 100 | $110 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 106 | 106 | $200 | |
31231 |
Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope | 54 | 39 | $252 | |
31575 |
Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope | 47 | 45 | $169 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 36 | 36 | $136 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 21 | 19 | $216 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 13 | 13 | $262 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Palo Alto Otolaryngology Physician, average services per provider: 76. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$19
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 1 | $18.69 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
146
Patients
47
Total drug cost
$6,053
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | Generic | 31 | 15 | $1,741 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 26 | 21 | $311 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 23 | 0 | $429 |
| Azelastine Hcl | Generic | 22 | 0 | $727 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 21 | 11 | $470 |
| Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone (Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexameth) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $1,974 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 11 | 0 | $400 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Ta's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Ta practices Otolaryngology Physician in Palo Alto, CA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Ta practice?
Dr. Joseph Ta practices at 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 943014121. Office phone: 6503214121.
What is Dr. Joseph Ta's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Ta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669650925, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Ta accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Ta accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Ta commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Removal of impacted ear wax (HCPCS 69210); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.