Seth Lichtenstein, M.D
NPI 1518310507 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Santa Monica, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Seth Lichtenstein, M.D is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Santa Monica, CA (NPI 1518310507).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518310507
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 125069300 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,957 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 291 | $218 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 227 | $16 |
| Heart Muscle Strain Imaging93356 | 226 | $42 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 213 | $195 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 200 | $71 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 311 | 127 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 156 | 57 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 150 | 47 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 137 | 37 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 108 | 47 |
| Sacubitril/Valsartanbrand: Entresto | 80 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,074 across 70 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1717 West Congress Parkway, 1042 KelloggChicago, IL 60612Phone: (312) 942-5000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-07-14
- Last updated
- 2022-11-22
- Certified
- 2022-11-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Seth Lichtenstein's NPI number?
- Seth Lichtenstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518310507, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Seth Lichtenstein's specialty?
- Seth Lichtenstein is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Seth Lichtenstein located?
- Seth Lichtenstein's practice location on file with NPPES is 2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 280w, Santa Monica, CA 90404-2172.
- What is Seth Lichtenstein's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Seth Lichtenstein is (310) 829-7678.
- Does Seth Lichtenstein accept Medicare?
- Seth Lichtenstein is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Seth Lichtenstein's NPI active?
- Yes — Seth Lichtenstein's NPI (1518310507) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-11-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.