Joel Sternbach, M.D., M.B.A.
Thoracic Surgery
15+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
3 locations
About Joel Sternbach
Joel Sternbach, M.D., M.B.A. is a healthcare provider practicing in Seattle, WA.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
15
Years Experience
3
Locations
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Tufts University School Of Medicine
Class of 2011
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 125059251 | Surgery | — |
| Washington | MD60850540 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Joel Sternbach
With 15 years of practice, Joel Sternbach is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., M.B.A., after earning their medical degree at Tufts University School Of Medicine in 2011. Joel currently practices across 3 facilities, including Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, Washington. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376838334, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Joel Sternbach as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 177 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 613 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Joel Sternbach received $1K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$1K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 98101
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Joel Sternbach
What does Joel Sternbach specialize in?
Joel Sternbach specializes in Thoracic Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Surgery.
Where does Joel Sternbach practice?
Joel Sternbach practices at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, Washington. Joel is also affiliated with 2 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Joel Sternbach accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Joel Sternbach accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 177 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Joel Sternbach's NPI number?
Joel Sternbach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376838334. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Joel Sternbach been practicing?
Joel Sternbach has approximately 15 years of practice experience, having graduated from Tufts University School Of Medicine in 2011.