Kenneth Lucero, M.D.
NPI 1417079989 · Family Medicine Physician · Blythe, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Lucero, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Blythe, CA (NPI 1417079989).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417079989
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G60508 (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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
290 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Level82947 | 59 | $4 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 47 | $34 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Tracing93005 | 46 | $6 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 10 Minutes99307 | 32 | $41 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 31 | $49 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 22 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 148 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 364 | 123 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 321 | 118 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 275 | 90 |
| Metformin Hcl | 266 | 96 |
| Losartan Potassium | 248 | 93 |
| Lisinopril | 229 | 78 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$221 across 11 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
- 2007-04-04
- Last updated
- 2025-02-14
- Certified
- 2025-02-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Lucero's NPI number?
- Kenneth Lucero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417079989, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Lucero's specialty?
- Kenneth Lucero is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Lucero located?
- Kenneth Lucero's practice location on file with NPPES is 1415 W Hobsonway, Blythe, CA 92225-1479.
- What is Kenneth Lucero's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Lucero is (760) 922-4981.
- Does Kenneth Lucero accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Lucero is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Lucero's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Lucero's NPI (1417079989) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.