Edward Skol, M.D.
NPI 1255304630 · Rheumatology Physician · La Jolla, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Skol, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in La Jolla, CA (NPI 1255304630).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255304630
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A75295 (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
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
2,362 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 | 709 | $137 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 424 | $71 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 376 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 157 | $97 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 154 | $77 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 266 | 58 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 234 | 66 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 165 | 52 |
| Allopurinol | 98 | 27 |
| Celecoxib | 76 | 17 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 73 | 23 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 64 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$220 across 9 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
- 2006-02-08
- Last updated
- 2017-03-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Skol's NPI number?
- Edward Skol's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255304630, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Skol's specialty?
- Edward Skol is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Skol located?
- Edward Skol's practice location on file with NPPES is 10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037-1027.
- What is Edward Skol's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Skol is (858) 554-8637.
- Does Edward Skol accept Medicare?
- Edward Skol is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Skol's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Skol's NPI (1255304630) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-03-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.