Steven Applebaum, MD
NPI 1295760221 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Pasadena, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Applebaum, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Pasadena, CA (NPI 1295760221).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295760221
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G72790 (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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,730 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 1,541 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,146 | $99 |
| 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 | 856 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 683 | $138 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 264 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 145 | 47 |
| Letrozole | 108 | 39 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 71 | 22 |
| Palbociclibbrand: Ibrance | 58 | — |
| Exemestane | 51 | 12 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 47 | — |
| Hydroxyurea | 40 | 15 |
| Enzalutamidebrand: Xtandi |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,356 across 3 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
- 2006-07-11
- Last updated
- 2020-01-03
- Certified
- 2020-01-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Applebaum's NPI number?
- Steven Applebaum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295760221, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Applebaum's specialty?
- Steven Applebaum is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Applebaum located?
- Steven Applebaum's practice location on file with NPPES is 625 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 320, Pasadena, CA 91105-2674.
- What is Steven Applebaum's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Applebaum is (626) 396-2999.
- Does Steven Applebaum accept Medicare?
- Steven Applebaum is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Applebaum's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Applebaum's NPI (1295760221) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-01-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.