Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joel Kertznus, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Hialeah, FL
- NPI 1487639308
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2140 W 68Th St, Suite 300
Hialeah, FL 330161815
(305) 822-4107
fax (305) 822-5086
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 21, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #ME89004
- Medicaid
- FL #278181600
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1487639308. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
115
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$17,478
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 46 | 33 | $135 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 39 | 39 | $177 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 18 | 18 | $118 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 12 | 12 | $187 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in Hialeah Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 208. This provider delivers 0.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$3,880
Transactions
62
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 17 | $2,815.38 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 8 | $168.20 | |
| Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, INC | 5 | $114.86 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 4 | $113.97 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 6 | $113.04 | |
| Qol Medical, LLC | 4 | $68.47 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 2 | $53.72 | |
| Intercept Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $53.60 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 3 | $47.53 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 2 | $45.56 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 2 | $45.14 | |
| Aimmune Therapeutics, INC. | 2 | $43.82 | |
| Braintree Laboratories, INC. | 2 | $40.23 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 2 | $27.80 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 1 | $27.76 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
486
Patients
198
Total drug cost
$275,223
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 111 | 35 | $986 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 75 | 44 | $846 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 60 | 19 | $726 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 60 | 11 | $36,206 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 60 | 58 | $4,807 |
| Xifaxan (Rifaximin) | Brand | 22 | 0 | $70,571 |
| Suprep (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 19 | 19 | $1,948 |
| Azathioprine | Generic | 18 | 0 | $499 |
| Ocaliva (Obeticholic Acid) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $149,609 |
| Ursodiol | Generic | 17 | 0 | $6,523 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joel Kertznus's medical specialty?
Dr. Joel Kertznus practices Gastroenterology Physician in Hialeah, FL.
Where does Dr. Joel Kertznus practice?
Dr. Joel Kertznus practices at 2140 W 68Th St, Hialeah, FL 330161815. Office phone: 3058224107.
What is Dr. Joel Kertznus's NPI?
Dr. Joel Kertznus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487639308, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joel Kertznus accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joel Kertznus accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joel Kertznus commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.