Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Carmine Defeo, DPT

Physical Therapist (CMS: Physical Therapist in Private Practice) · Watchung, NJ

  • NPI 1518415223
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 10 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
459 Watchung Ave
Watchung, NJ 070694945
(908) 756-2424
fax (908) 756-2447
Mailing address
10 Johnston Dr
Watchung, NJ 070694905

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
September 2016 — 10 yrs on file
Profile last updated
April 22, 2025
Year of graduation
2016 — 10 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
225100000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
New Jersey #40QA01680300

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518415223. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
5,222
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$130,152
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
97112 Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes 1,326 92 $33
97110 Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes 1,136 90 $24
97140 Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes 1,125 92 $22
G0283 Electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas for indication(s) other than wound care, as part of a therapy plan of care 763 67 $10
97016 Application of blood vessel compression device 375 40 $10
97750 Test or measurement for functional capacity, each 15 minutes 176 42 $32
97530 Therapy procedure using functional activities 121 24 $37
97164 Re-evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes 115 40 $78
97535 Training for self-care or home management, each 15 minutes 51 38 $28
97162 Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 30 minutes 34 29 $112

In context: peer comparison

Among 3 peers in Watchung Physical Therapist, average services per provider: 388. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Carmine Defeo's medical specialty?
Dr. Carmine Defeo practices Physical Therapist in Watchung, NJ.
Where does Dr. Carmine Defeo practice?
Dr. Carmine Defeo practices at 459 Watchung Ave, Watchung, NJ 070694945. Office phone: 9087562424.
What is Dr. Carmine Defeo's NPI?
Dr. Carmine Defeo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518415223, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Carmine Defeo accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Carmine Defeo accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Carmine Defeo commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function (HCPCS 97112); Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility (HCPCS 97110); Therapy procedure using manual technique (HCPCS 97140). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.