Donald Ponec, M.D.
NPI 1215032966 · Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician · Oceanside, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Donald Ponec, M.D. is a Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician provider in Oceanside, CA (NPI 1215032966).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215032966
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Vascular & Interventional Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G53954 (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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
312 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 101 | $12 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Blood Vessel Access76937 | 38 | $14 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 38 | $30 |
| Ultrasound of Leg Arteries Or Artery Grafts93925 | 22 | $37 |
| Review By Radiologist of Both Arms Or Legs Arteries Image75716 | 19 | $91 |
| Ultrasound Study of Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93970 | 16 | $33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,671 across 47 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 2185 Citracado PkwyEscondido, CA 92029-4159Phone: (442) 281-1238Fax: (760) 480-0095
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-14
- Last updated
- 2024-11-13
- Certified
- 2024-11-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Donald Ponec's NPI number?
- Donald Ponec's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215032966, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Donald Ponec's specialty?
- Donald Ponec is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Donald Ponec located?
- Donald Ponec's practice location on file with NPPES is 4002 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92056-4506.
- What is Donald Ponec's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Donald Ponec is (760) 940-4055.
- Does Donald Ponec accept Medicare?
- Donald Ponec is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Donald Ponec's NPI active?
- Yes — Donald Ponec's NPI (1215032966) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-11-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.