Steven Escobar, M.D.
NPI 1245226117 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · La Jolla, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Escobar, M.D. is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in La Jolla, CA (NPI 1245226117).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245226117
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- C54135 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
1,682 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 | 562 | $136 |
| Irrigation and Suction of Lung Airways to Obtain Cells Using an Endoscope31624 | 238 | $46 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Chest76604 | 155 | $62 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 153 | $12 |
| Aspiration of Fluid From Chest Cavity Using Imaging Guidance32555 | 116 | $347 |
| Aspiration of Initial Secretion of Lung Airway Using an Endoscope31645 | 87 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 63 | 36 |
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 35 | — |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 34 | 26 |
| Fluticasone/Vilanterolbrand: Breo Ellipta | 24 | — |
| Umeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Trbrand: Anoro Ellipta | 20 | — |
| Tiotropium Bromidebrand: Spiriva Handihaler | 18 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,495 across 14 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
- 2005-09-26
- Last updated
- 2016-10-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Escobar's NPI number?
- Steven Escobar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245226117, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Escobar's specialty?
- Steven Escobar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Escobar located?
- Steven Escobar's practice location on file with NPPES is 9898 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037-1205.
- What is Steven Escobar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Escobar is (858) 824-5404.
- Does Steven Escobar accept Medicare?
- Steven Escobar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Escobar's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Escobar's NPI (1245226117) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-10-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.