Catherine Driver, M.D.
NPI 1356469266 · Rheumatology Physician · Mission Viejo, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Catherine Driver, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Mission Viejo, CA (NPI 1356469266).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356469266
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A86522 (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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
847 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 | 505 | $138 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 99 | $194 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 77 | $82 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 38 | $236 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Small Joint20600 | 25 | $56 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 365 | 92 |
| Prednisone | 236 | 63 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 181 | 56 |
| Celecoxib | 113 | 31 |
| Gabapentin | 108 | 23 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 66 | 18 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 62 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,520 across 156 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 26800 Crown Valley PkwySuite 230Mission Viejo, CA 92691-6384Phone: (949) 542-8004Fax: (949) 364-3682
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-03-27
- Last updated
- 2021-10-21
- Certified
- 2021-10-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Catherine Driver's NPI number?
- Catherine Driver's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356469266, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Catherine Driver's specialty?
- Catherine Driver is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Catherine Driver located?
- Catherine Driver's practice location on file with NPPES is 26732 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste 151, Mission Viejo, CA 92691-6337.
- What is Catherine Driver's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Catherine Driver is (949) 347-6044.
- Does Catherine Driver accept Medicare?
- Catherine Driver is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Catherine Driver's NPI active?
- Yes — Catherine Driver's NPI (1356469266) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-10-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.