George Grifka, M.D.
NPI 1326189580 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Santa Monica, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiac Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
George Grifka, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Santa Monica, CA (NPI 1326189580).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1326189580
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G037263 (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
5,066 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 | 1,109 | $132 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 574 | $185 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 460 | $15 |
| Rubidium Rb-82, Diagnostic, Per Study Dose, Up to 60 MillicuriesA9555 | 360 | $487 |
| Ultrasound of Heart Blood Flow, Valves and Chambers93320 | 285 | $54 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate and Valve Function93325 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 52 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 603 | 171 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 591 | 195 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 503 | 144 |
| Evolocumabbrand: Repatha Sureclick | 463 | 102 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 376 | 88 |
| Ezetimibe | 375 | 102 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,644 across 81 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
- 2007-02-09
- Last updated
- 2008-03-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is George Grifka's NPI number?
- George Grifka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326189580, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is George Grifka's specialty?
- George Grifka is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is George Grifka located?
- George Grifka's practice location on file with NPPES is 2001 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404-2102.
- What is George Grifka's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for George Grifka is (310) 828-3001.
- Does George Grifka accept Medicare?
- George Grifka is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is George Grifka's NPI active?
- Yes — George Grifka's NPI (1326189580) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-03-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.