Cesar Palana, MD
NPI 1467712604 · Internal Medicine Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Cesar Palana, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1467712604).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1467712604
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A137027 (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
3,159 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 2,412 | $108 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 188 | $127 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 178 | $77 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 | 99 | $133 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 69 | $81 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 140 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,216 | 158 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 479 | 85 |
| Metformin Hcl | 450 | 59 |
| Lisinopril | 413 | 60 |
| Losartan Potassium | 413 | 58 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 371 | 35 |
| Apixaban |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$121 across 5 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
- 2012-05-22
- Last updated
- 2025-03-13
- Certified
- 2025-03-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cesar Palana's NPI number?
- Cesar Palana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467712604, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Cesar Palana's specialty?
- Cesar Palana is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Cesar Palana located?
- Cesar Palana's practice location on file with NPPES is 4160 Wilshire Blvd # 302, Los Angeles, CA 90010-3567.
- What is Cesar Palana's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Cesar Palana is (323) 457-3787.
- Does Cesar Palana accept Medicare?
- Cesar Palana is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Cesar Palana's NPI active?
- Yes — Cesar Palana's NPI (1467712604) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.