Elizabeth Desmond, M. D.
NPI 1295774255 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · San Jose, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Elizabeth Desmond, M. D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in San Jose, CA (NPI 1295774255).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295774255
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M. D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A83289 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
248 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 154 | $65 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 36 | $128 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 17 | $80 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 17 | $48 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99221 | 12 | $80 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-05
- Last updated
- 2012-02-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Elizabeth Desmond's NPI number?
- Elizabeth Desmond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295774255, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Elizabeth Desmond's specialty?
- Elizabeth Desmond is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Elizabeth Desmond located?
- Elizabeth Desmond's practice location on file with NPPES is 751 S Bascom Ave, San Jose, CA 95128-2604.
- What is Elizabeth Desmond's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Elizabeth Desmond is (408) 885-5395.
- Does Elizabeth Desmond accept Medicare?
- Elizabeth Desmond is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Elizabeth Desmond's NPI active?
- Yes — Elizabeth Desmond's NPI (1295774255) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-02-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.