Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joel Schaefer, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Grand Junction, CO
- NPI 1558474676
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2440 N 11Th St
Grand Junction, CO 815018102
(970) 257-4777
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 21, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Colorado #40455
- Medicaid
- CO #30883342
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1558474676. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
57
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$27,359
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 34 | 34 | $165 | |
22558 |
Fusion of lower spine bone through abdomen with partial removal of disc | 23 | 23 | $946 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in this city , average services per provider: 21. This provider delivers 2.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$77
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merit Medical Systems Inc | 1 | $52.74 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $23.83 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
13
Patients
13
Total drug cost
$74
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 13 | 13 | $74 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joel Schaefer's medical specialty?
Dr. Joel Schaefer practices Surgery Physician in Grand Junction, CO.
Where does Dr. Joel Schaefer practice?
Dr. Joel Schaefer practices at 2440 N 11Th St, Grand Junction, CO 815018102. Office phone: 9702574777.
What is Dr. Joel Schaefer's NPI?
Dr. Joel Schaefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558474676, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joel Schaefer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joel Schaefer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joel Schaefer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Fusion of lower spine bone through abdomen with partial removal of disc (HCPCS 22558). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.