Elizabeth Epstein, MD
NPI 1265991376 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · La Jolla, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Elizabeth Epstein, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in La Jolla, CA (NPI 1265991376).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265991376
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A177510 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
7 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ezetimibe | 87 | 35 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 52 | 20 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 29 | — |
| Evolocumabbrand: Repatha Sureclick | 25 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 23 | — |
| Carvedilol | 22 | — |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,255 across 46 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
- 2019-03-18
- Last updated
- 2025-07-23
- Certified
- 2025-07-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Elizabeth Epstein's NPI number?
- Elizabeth Epstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265991376, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Elizabeth Epstein's specialty?
- Elizabeth Epstein is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Elizabeth Epstein located?
- Elizabeth Epstein's practice location on file with NPPES is 10820 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037-1036.
- What is Elizabeth Epstein's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Elizabeth Epstein is (858) 554-3300.
- Does Elizabeth Epstein accept Medicare?
- Elizabeth Epstein is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Elizabeth Epstein's NPI active?
- Yes — Elizabeth Epstein's NPI (1265991376) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.