Darrell Gonzales, M.D.
NPI 1417960188 · Dermatology Physician · La Jolla, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Darrell Gonzales, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in La Jolla, CA (NPI 1417960188).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417960188
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A88738 (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
4,567 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,414 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,162 | $100 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 696 | $64 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 401 | $110 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 206 | $131 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 139 | 65 |
| Hydrocortisone | 75 | 55 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 68 | 48 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 67 | 42 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 55 | 34 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 38 | 25 |
| Fluorouracil | 38 | 35 |
| Ciclopirox | 23 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,574 across 132 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
- 2006-08-14
- Last updated
- 2009-05-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Darrell Gonzales's NPI number?
- Darrell Gonzales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417960188, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Darrell Gonzales's specialty?
- Darrell Gonzales is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Darrell Gonzales located?
- Darrell Gonzales's practice location on file with NPPES is 9850 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037-1224.
- What is Darrell Gonzales's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Darrell Gonzales is (858) 657-0267.
- Does Darrell Gonzales accept Medicare?
- Darrell Gonzales is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Darrell Gonzales's NPI active?
- Yes — Darrell Gonzales's NPI (1417960188) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-05-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.