James Kunkel, MD
NPI 1417937541 · Specialist · Arroyo Grande, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Kunkel, MD is a Specialist provider in Arroyo Grande, CA (NPI 1417937541).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417937541
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G74608 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 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
15,530 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 8,112 | $7 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 2,256 | $58 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,924 | $133 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,345 | $94 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 915 | $119 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17004 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 94 | 54 |
| Ketoconazole | 52 | 27 |
| Metronidazole | 42 | 25 |
| Hydrocortisone | 38 | 27 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 34 | 17 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 27 | 16 |
| Mupirocin | 26 | 13 |
| Tretinoin | 22 | 12 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-17
- Last updated
- 2025-09-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Kunkel's NPI number?
- James Kunkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417937541, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Kunkel's specialty?
- James Kunkel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is James Kunkel located?
- James Kunkel's practice location on file with NPPES is 880 Oak Park Blvd, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420.
- What is James Kunkel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Kunkel is (805) 474-9550.
- Does James Kunkel accept Medicare?
- James Kunkel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Kunkel's NPI active?
- Yes — James Kunkel's NPI (1417937541) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.