Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Spindler, M.D.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1023010584
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 96.1 / 100 · 2023
- 54 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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6655 Travis St, Suite 960
Houston, TX 770301312
(713) 524-4494
fax (713) 524-9333
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 20, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1972 — 54 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #E8183
- Medicaid
- TX #082158901
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1023010584. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,029
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$114,347
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 753 | 241 | $126 | |
76881 |
Complete ultrasound scan of joint | 89 | 56 | $55 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 83 | 55 | $7 | |
20611 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance | 46 | 32 | $102 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 34 | 27 | $166 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 24 | 24 | $161 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 35 peers in this city , average services per provider: 2,499. This provider delivers 0.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,384
Transactions
62
Manufacturers
14
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen Inc. | 18 | $426.79 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 9 | $240.65 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 11 | $186.03 | |
| Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC | 7 | $176.42 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 6 | $105.16 | |
| Sandoz Inc. | 2 | $47.44 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2 | $36.78 | |
| Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc. | 1 | $36.67 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $29.50 | |
| Radius Health, Inc. | 1 | $22.80 | |
| Genentech USA, Inc. | 1 | $20.76 | |
| Kyowa Kirin, Inc. | 1 | $19.55 | |
| Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $19.40 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 1 | $16.01 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,715
Patients
504
Total drug cost
$1,542,739
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 306 | 104 | $24,299 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 275 | 77 | $10,339 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 235 | 74 | $2,503 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 166 | 58 | $1,276 |
| Enbrel Sureclick (Etanercept) | Brand | 104 | 14 | $914,868 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 96 | 41 | $1,616 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 80 | 19 | $421 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 77 | 31 | $2,261 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 72 | 0 | $579,978 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 71 | 21 | $1,353 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Spindler's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Spindler practices Rheumatology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Joseph Spindler practice?
Dr. Joseph Spindler practices at 6655 Travis St, Houston, TX 770301312. Office phone: 7135244494.
What is Dr. Joseph Spindler's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Spindler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023010584, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Spindler accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Spindler accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Spindler commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Complete ultrasound scan of joint (HCPCS 76881); Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg (HCPCS J1030). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.