Kent Tesoro, M.D.
NPI 1356430235 · Internal Medicine Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kent Tesoro, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1356430235).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356430235
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A70924 (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 tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
753 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 174 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 101 | $99 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 70 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 65 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 50 | $13 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 44 | $10 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 46 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 218 | 77 |
| Metformin Hcl | 140 | 55 |
| Benazepril Hcl | 130 | 44 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 119 | 43 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 96 | 18 |
| Gabapentin | 90 | 28 |
| Omeprazole |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-11
- Last updated
- 2012-11-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kent Tesoro's NPI number?
- Kent Tesoro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356430235, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kent Tesoro's specialty?
- Kent Tesoro is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kent Tesoro located?
- Kent Tesoro's practice location on file with NPPES is 2829 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90007-3304.
- What is Kent Tesoro's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kent Tesoro is (213) 744-5235.
- Does Kent Tesoro accept Medicare?
- Kent Tesoro is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kent Tesoro's NPI active?
- Yes — Kent Tesoro's NPI (1356430235) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-11-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.