Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Skender, M.D.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Royal Oak, MI
- NPI 1255420766
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 62.9 / 100 · 2023
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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30701 Woodward Ave Ste 314S
Royal Oak, MI 480730987
(248) 955-9229
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 25, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Michigan #4301406480
- Medicaid
- MI #2654326
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1255420766. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
12,227
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$304,302
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1602 |
Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use | 10,500 | 18 | $13 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 656 | 316 | $124 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 311 | 215 | $86 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 116 | 54 | $7 | |
96365 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less | 101 | 23 | $64 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 76 | 62 | $96 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 70 | 53 | $66 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 66 | 40 | $81 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 63 | 22 | $132 | |
73120 |
X-ray of hand, 2 views | 60 | 30 | $32 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 719. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$3,435
Transactions
156
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| UCB, Inc. | 23 | $544.81 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 17 | $542.90 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 35 | $496.64 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 18 | $350.40 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 15 | $208.73 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 8 | $163.23 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 10 | $149.04 | |
| Cardinal Health 110 LLC | 1 | $126.80 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 5 | $122.36 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 6 | $115.96 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 5 | $94.55 | |
| Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC | 3 | $88.68 | |
| ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 4 | $80.28 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc. | 3 | $77.31 | |
| Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 3 | $70.77 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,715
Patients
1,010
Total drug cost
$1,989,841
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 892 | 263 | $70,077 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 599 | 161 | $29,729 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 533 | 150 | $8,920 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 229 | 72 | $3,219 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 219 | 27 | $4,351 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 176 | 25 | $1,286,798 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 167 | 88 | $2,773 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 158 | 45 | $4,093 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 142 | 40 | $4,712 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 134 | 43 | $4,628 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Skender's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Skender practices Rheumatology Physician in Royal Oak, MI.
Where does Dr. Joseph Skender practice?
Dr. Joseph Skender practices at 30701 Woodward Ave Ste 314S, Royal Oak, MI 480730987. Office phone: 2489559229.
What is Dr. Joseph Skender's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Skender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255420766, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Skender accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Skender accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Skender commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use (HCPCS J1602); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.