Salvatore Pacella, M.D., M.B.A.
NPI 1316069503 · Plastic Surgery Physician · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Salvatore Pacella, M.D., M.B.A. is a Plastic Surgery Physician provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1316069503).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316069503
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Plastic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., M.B.A.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A98071 (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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,532 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 280 | $232 |
| Repair of Wound By Transferring Skin, Each Additional 30.0 Sq Cm14302 | 240 | $215 |
| Preparation of Skin Graft Site of Face, Scalp, Eyelids, Mouth, Neck, Ears, Around Eyes, Genitals, Hands, Feet, Fingers, Or Toes, 100.0 Sq Cm Or 1% Body Area for Infants and Children, Or Less15004 | 210 | $419 |
| 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 | 167 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 130 | $190 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 116 | 95 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 76 | 74 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 58 | 54 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 34 | 31 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 29 | 27 |
| Silver Sulfadiazinebrand: Ssd | 18 | 17 |
| Mupirocin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$125,901 across 53 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 15004 Innovation DrSan Diego, CA 92128-3491Phone: (858) 605-7972
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-04-06
- Last updated
- 2018-04-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Salvatore Pacella's NPI number?
- Salvatore Pacella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316069503, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Salvatore Pacella's specialty?
- Salvatore Pacella is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Plastic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Salvatore Pacella located?
- Salvatore Pacella's practice location on file with NPPES is 12395 El Camino Real Ste 112, San Diego, CA 92130-3084.
- What is Salvatore Pacella's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Salvatore Pacella is (858) 554-9930.
- Does Salvatore Pacella accept Medicare?
- Salvatore Pacella is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Salvatore Pacella's NPI active?
- Yes — Salvatore Pacella's NPI (1316069503) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-04-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.