Kelly Bethel, M.D.
NPI 1174598403 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · La Jolla, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kelly Bethel, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in La Jolla, CA (NPI 1174598403).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174598403
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G78019 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
4,086 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Protein Measurement, Serum84165 | 958 | $18 |
| Immunologic Analysis Technique on Serum (immunofixation)86334 | 654 | $18 |
| Protein Measurement, Body Fluid84166 | 343 | $18 |
| Immunologic Analysis Technique on Body Fluid, Other Fluids With Concentration86335 | 302 | $18 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 255 | $28 |
| Microscopic Genetic Analysis of Tumor, Manual88360 | 216 | $42 |
| Microscopic Genetic Analysis of Tissue, Computer-Assisted Technology, Initial Procedure, Each Multiplex Procedure |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-21
- Last updated
- 2009-09-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kelly Bethel's NPI number?
- Kelly Bethel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174598403, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kelly Bethel's specialty?
- Kelly Bethel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kelly Bethel located?
- Kelly Bethel's practice location on file with NPPES is 10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037-1027.
- What is Kelly Bethel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kelly Bethel is (858) 554-8605.
- Does Kelly Bethel accept Medicare?
- Kelly Bethel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kelly Bethel's NPI active?
- Yes — Kelly Bethel's NPI (1174598403) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-09-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.