Richard Essner, M.D.
NPI 1336163328 · Surgical Oncology Physician · Santa Monica, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Surgical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Essner, M.D. is a Surgical Oncology Physician provider in Santa Monica, CA (NPI 1336163328).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336163328
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgical Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G61190 (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
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
852 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 153 | $151 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 152 | $101 |
| Repair of Wound By Transferring Skin, Each Additional 30.0 Sq Cm14302 | 148 | $221 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 92 | $69 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 52 | $82 |
| Repair of Wound By Transferring Skin, 30.1-60.0 Sq Cm14301 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$408 across 15 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
- 2006-07-26
- Last updated
- 2021-03-31
- Certified
- 2021-03-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Essner's NPI number?
- Richard Essner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336163328, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Essner's specialty?
- Richard Essner is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgical Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Essner located?
- Richard Essner's practice location on file with NPPES is 2121 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404-2303.
- What is Richard Essner's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Essner is (310) 829-8317.
- Does Richard Essner accept Medicare?
- Richard Essner is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Essner's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Essner's NPI (1336163328) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.