Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Skaja
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Hibbing, MN
- NPI 1841557022
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 90.0 / 100 · 2023
- 14 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
3605 Mayfair Ave, Fairview Mesaba Clinic
Hibbing, MN 55746
(218) 362-6753 - Additional location
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701 Park Avenue Depatment of Surgery, Hennepin County Medical Center 701 Park Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55415
(612) 873-3000 - Mailing address
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2227 2Nd Ave W
Hibbing, MN 557461503
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 17, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #58682
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1841557022. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
61
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$6,260
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 24 | 21 | $64 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 23 | 23 | $157 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 14 | 14 | $80 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Hibbing Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 20. This provider delivers 3.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
261
Patients
205
Total drug cost
$4,132
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 84 | 82 | $1,601 |
| Peg-3350 and Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 34 | 34 | $661 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 32 | 31 | $152 |
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 32 | 31 | $843 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 27 | 27 | $166 |
| Anastrozole | Generic | 24 | 0 | $575 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 15 | 0 | $84 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 13 | 0 | $51 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Skaja's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Skaja practices Surgery Physician in Hibbing, MN.
Where does Dr. Joseph Skaja practice?
Dr. Joseph Skaja practices at 3605 Mayfair Ave, Hibbing, MN 55746. Office phone: 2183626753.
What is Dr. Joseph Skaja's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Skaja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841557022, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Skaja accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Skaja accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Skaja commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.