Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joel Kichler, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Gastroenterology Physician · Brackenridge, PA
- NPI 1972502516
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 80.8 / 100 · 2023
- 50 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
985 Penn St Ste A
Brackenridge, PA 150141160
(724) 671-7909
fax (724) 904-7953 - Additional location
-
320 E North Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 152124756
(412) 359-8900
fax (412) 359-8977
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 3, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1976 — 50 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Pennsylvania #MD019480E · Pennsylvania #019480E
- Medicaid
- PA #000785202
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972502516. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
335
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$54,792
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 119 | 117 | $237 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 66 | 66 | $95 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 49 | 49 | $96 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 42 | 27 | $124 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 21 | 21 | $179 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 20 | 20 | $179 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 18 | 18 | $169 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Brackenridge Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 47. This provider delivers 7.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$332
Transactions
20
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 11 | $153.98 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 3 | $62.59 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 2 | $49.20 | |
| Braintree Laboratories, INC. | 2 | $27.13 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $23.33 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 1 | $16.17 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,123
Patients
740
Total drug cost
$145,287
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 231 | 228 | $19,062 |
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 224 | 219 | $5,494 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 184 | 65 | $1,974 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 145 | 144 | $25,335 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 69 | 0 | $55,366 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 62 | 14 | $654 |
| Sutab (Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulf) | Brand | 38 | 38 | $6,334 |
| Suprep (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 32 | 32 | $3,466 |
| Mesalamine ER (Mesalamine) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $18,210 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 26 | 0 | $45 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joel Kichler's medical specialty?
Dr. Joel Kichler practices Gastroenterology Physician in Brackenridge, PA.
Where does Dr. Joel Kichler practice?
Dr. Joel Kichler practices at 985 Penn St Ste A, Brackenridge, PA 150141160. Office phone: 7246717909.
What is Dr. Joel Kichler's NPI?
Dr. Joel Kichler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972502516, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joel Kichler accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joel Kichler accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joel Kichler commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.