Efrain Talamantes, M.D.
NPI 1063688802 · Internal Medicine Physician · Santa Monica, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Efrain Talamantes, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Santa Monica, CA (NPI 1063688802).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1063688802
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A109825 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 103 | 34 |
| Metformin Hcl | 90 | 24 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 60 | 13 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 56 | 17 |
| Gabapentin | 52 | 19 |
| Sitagliptin Phosphatebrand: Januvia | 50 | 11 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-05-01
- Last updated
- 2011-09-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Efrain Talamantes's NPI number?
- Efrain Talamantes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063688802, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Efrain Talamantes's specialty?
- Efrain Talamantes is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Efrain Talamantes located?
- Efrain Talamantes's practice location on file with NPPES is 1225 15th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404-1101.
- What is Efrain Talamantes's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Efrain Talamantes is (310) 319-4698.
- Does Efrain Talamantes accept Medicare?
- Efrain Talamantes is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Efrain Talamantes's NPI active?
- Yes — Efrain Talamantes's NPI (1063688802) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-09-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.