Tristan Zhang, M.D.
NPI 1427318054 · Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician · Santa Barbara, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tristan Zhang, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician provider in Santa Barbara, CA (NPI 1427318054).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427318054
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A161668 (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
14 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
1,037 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 | 729 | $135 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 46 | $175 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, Read By Direct Observation80305 | 37 | $12 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 29 | $74 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Single Facet Joint64635 | 27 | $274 |
| Injection of Substance Into Middle Or Upper Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62321 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 213 | 49 |
| Gabapentin | 122 | 36 |
| Meloxicam | 71 | 23 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 58 | 17 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 48 | 16 |
| Pregabalin | 48 | 17 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 45 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,069 across 44 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
- 2012-05-16
- Last updated
- 2023-09-28
- Certified
- 2023-09-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tristan Zhang's NPI number?
- Tristan Zhang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427318054, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tristan Zhang's specialty?
- Tristan Zhang is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tristan Zhang located?
- Tristan Zhang's practice location on file with NPPES is 401 E Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-1460.
- What is Tristan Zhang's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tristan Zhang is (469) 471-1404.
- Does Tristan Zhang accept Medicare?
- Tristan Zhang is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tristan Zhang's NPI active?
- Yes — Tristan Zhang's NPI (1427318054) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-09-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.