Carlos Untal, M.D.
NPI 1316923998 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · San Luis Obispo, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carlos Untal, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in San Luis Obispo, CA (NPI 1316923998).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316923998
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A90379 (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 tenure25% of score
20 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
5,591 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,361 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,349 | $89 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, By Chemistry Analyzers80307 | 777 | $61 |
| Compounded Drug, Not Otherwise ClassifiedJ7999 | 279 | $252 |
| Electronic Analysis Reprogramming and Refill of Spinal Canal Drug Infusion Pump By Physician62370 | 263 | $91 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 259 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 887 | 112 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 351 | 47 |
| Gabapentin | 219 | 38 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 150 | 28 |
| Baclofen | 143 | 29 |
| Pregabalin | 143 | 23 |
| Morphine Sulfate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,196 across 75 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
- 2005-12-15
- Last updated
- 2024-02-13
- Certified
- 2024-02-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carlos Untal's NPI number?
- Carlos Untal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316923998, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carlos Untal's specialty?
- Carlos Untal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carlos Untal located?
- Carlos Untal's practice location on file with NPPES is 10 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405.
- What is Carlos Untal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carlos Untal is (805) 782-8132.
- Does Carlos Untal accept Medicare?
- Carlos Untal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carlos Untal's NPI active?
- Yes — Carlos Untal's NPI (1316923998) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-02-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.