Rahul Samtani, M.D.
NPI 1336535111 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Bakersfield, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rahul Samtani, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Bakersfield, CA (NPI 1336535111).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336535111
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 66267 (WI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
11 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
1,509 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 | 607 | $130 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 263 | $55 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 129 | $167 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 115 | $179 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 4-5 Views72050 | 84 | $56 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 83 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lidocaine | 188 | 128 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 100 | 77 |
| Celecoxib | 51 | 34 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 50 | 29 |
| Meloxicam | 46 | 28 |
| Methylprednisolone | 41 | 40 |
| Gabapentin | 41 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,796 across 26 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
- 2015-04-08
- Last updated
- 2026-02-23
- Certified
- 2026-02-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rahul Samtani's NPI number?
- Rahul Samtani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336535111, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rahul Samtani's specialty?
- Rahul Samtani is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rahul Samtani located?
- Rahul Samtani's practice location on file with NPPES is 9330 Stockdale Hwy Ste 200, Bakersfield, CA 93311-3615.
- What is Rahul Samtani's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rahul Samtani is (661) 324-0500.
- Does Rahul Samtani accept Medicare?
- Rahul Samtani is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rahul Samtani's NPI active?
- Yes — Rahul Samtani's NPI (1336535111) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.