Carl Hess, MD
NPI 1154471118 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Fullerton, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carl Hess, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Fullerton, CA (NPI 1154471118).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154471118
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G65626 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
562 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. 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 .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 405 | $135 |
| Electronic Analysis Reprogramming and Refill of Spinal Canal Drug Infusion Pump By Physician62370 | 60 | $99 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, By Chemistry Analyzers80307 | 32 | $60 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 20 | $73 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 3 Or More Muscles20553 | 16 | $53 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 355 | 43 |
| Gabapentin | 156 | 27 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 135 | 19 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 132 | 14 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 131 | 15 |
| Pregabalin | 75 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$441 across 13 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-01-11
- Last updated
- 2017-03-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carl Hess's NPI number?
- Carl Hess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154471118, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carl Hess's specialty?
- Carl Hess is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carl Hess located?
- Carl Hess's practice location on file with NPPES is 270 Laguna Rd, Fullerton, CA 92835-2521.
- What is Carl Hess's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carl Hess is (714) 773-9500.
- Does Carl Hess accept Medicare?
- Carl Hess is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carl Hess's NPI active?
- Yes — Carl Hess's NPI (1154471118) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-03-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.