Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Tannous, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1508819152
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 921039000
(800) 926-8273 - Additional location
-
1180 E Shaw Ave
Fresno, CA 937107812
(559) 228-4222 - Mailing address
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Po Box 232410
San Diego, CA 921932410
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 27, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A94352
- Medicaid
- MN #457443500
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1508819152. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
682
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$79,940
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 125 | 78 | $135 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 122 | 71 | $189 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 95 | 95 | $138 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 56 | 49 | $16 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 38 | 31 | $97 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 38 | 31 | $135 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 35 | 35 | $33 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 29 | 25 | $94 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 26 | 24 | $8 | |
90662 |
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free | 26 | 26 | $72 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 193 peers in San Diego Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 141. This provider delivers 4.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$119
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $118.81 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
837
Patients
233
Total drug cost
$124,838
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 126 | 39 | $1,567 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 94 | 29 | $1,739 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 89 | 29 | $1,058 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 74 | 27 | $1,030 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 72 | 24 | $1,125 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 47 | 17 | $850 |
| Ozempic (Semaglutide) | Brand | 44 | 12 | $51,511 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 43 | 14 | $60,234 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 42 | 12 | $381 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 39 | 14 | $1,228 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Tannous's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Tannous practices Internal Medicine Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Tannous practice?
Dr. Joseph Tannous practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 921039000. Office phone: 8009268273.
What is Dr. Joseph Tannous's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Tannous's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508819152, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Tannous accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Tannous accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Tannous commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit (HCPCS G0439). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.