Kristal Choi, M.D.
NPI 1396165882 · Rheumatology Physician · Santa Monica, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kristal Choi, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Santa Monica, CA (NPI 1396165882).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396165882
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A148342 (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
12 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
978 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 | 292 | $135 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 240 | $17 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 170 | $9 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 84 | $122 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 72 | $194 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 120 | 36 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 76 | 17 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 62 | 19 |
| Pregabalin | 59 | 14 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 58 | 23 |
| Gabapentin | 55 | 19 |
| Colchicine | 48 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$274 across 4 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
- 2014-04-23
- Last updated
- 2019-09-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kristal Choi's NPI number?
- Kristal Choi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396165882, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kristal Choi's specialty?
- Kristal Choi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kristal Choi located?
- Kristal Choi's practice location on file with NPPES is 2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 540, Santa Monica, CA 90404-2128.
- What is Kristal Choi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kristal Choi is (310) 582-6350.
- Does Kristal Choi accept Medicare?
- Kristal Choi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kristal Choi's NPI active?
- Yes — Kristal Choi's NPI (1396165882) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-09-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.