Paul Lindenfeld, MD
NPI 1275638389 · Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · San Francisco, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospice/Palliative Care · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Lindenfeld, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in San Francisco, CA (NPI 1275638389).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275638389
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A101117 (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 tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
780 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 385 | $161 |
| 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 | 320 | $18 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 59 | $199 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 16 | $109 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $18–$199 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 106 | 30 |
| Methadone Hcl | 82 | 20 |
| Mirtazapine | 73 | 15 |
| Gabapentin | 57 | 21 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 48 | 18 |
| Pregabalin | 45 | 13 |
| Duloxetine Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 329 Primrose RdBurlingame, CA 94010-4037Phone: (650) 288-1200Fax: (650) 288-4180
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-13
- Last updated
- 2023-08-04
- Certified
- 2023-08-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Lindenfeld's NPI number?
- Paul Lindenfeld's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275638389, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Lindenfeld's specialty?
- Paul Lindenfeld is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Lindenfeld located?
- Paul Lindenfeld's practice location on file with NPPES is 1825 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94143-2350.
- What is Paul Lindenfeld's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Lindenfeld is (415) 885-7671.
- Does Paul Lindenfeld accept Medicare?
- Paul Lindenfeld is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Lindenfeld's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Lindenfeld's NPI (1275638389) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.