Barbara Giesser, MD
NPI 1235154055 · Neurology Physician · Santa Monica, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Barbara Giesser, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Santa Monica, CA (NPI 1235154055).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235154055
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- C50803 (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
369 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 134 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 111 | $137 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 57 | $195 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 50 | $99 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 17 | $237 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Baclofen | 147 | 49 |
| Gabapentin | 129 | 25 |
| Ofatumumabbrand: Kesimpta Pen | 111 | 13 |
| Dalfampridinebrand: Dalfampridine Er | 82 | 12 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 42 | — |
| Teriflunomide | 41 | — |
| Clonazepam | 26 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$271 across 17 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)
- 300 Medical Plaza#b200Los Angeles, CA 90095-0001Phone: (310) 794-1195Fax: (310) 794-7491
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-13
- Last updated
- 2020-08-14
- Certified
- 2020-08-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Barbara Giesser's NPI number?
- Barbara Giesser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235154055, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Barbara Giesser's specialty?
- Barbara Giesser is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Barbara Giesser located?
- Barbara Giesser's practice location on file with NPPES is 2125 Arizona Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404-1337.
- What is Barbara Giesser's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Barbara Giesser is (310) 582-7640.
- Does Barbara Giesser accept Medicare?
- Barbara Giesser is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Barbara Giesser's NPI active?
- Yes — Barbara Giesser's NPI (1235154055) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.