David Kawanishi, M.D.
NPI 1518944057 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Mission Viejo, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Kawanishi, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Mission Viejo, CA (NPI 1518944057).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518944057
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G35547 (CA)
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
20 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
1,714 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 Study of One Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93971 | 287 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 267 | $138 |
| Injection of Chemical Agent Into Multiple Incompetent Veins of Leg36471 | 192 | $221 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 192 | $64 |
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 189 | $185 |
| Ultrasound Study of Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93970 | 156 | $179 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 74 | 21 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 70 | 19 |
| Evolocumabbrand: Repatha Sureclick | 55 | 12 |
| Ezetimibe | 52 | 19 |
| Valsartan | 42 | 13 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 37 | — |
| Carvedilol | 29 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,184 across 47 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
- 2005-12-27
- Last updated
- 2020-10-28
- Certified
- 2020-10-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Kawanishi's NPI number?
- David Kawanishi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518944057, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Kawanishi's specialty?
- David Kawanishi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Kawanishi located?
- David Kawanishi's practice location on file with NPPES is 26800 Crown Valley Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92691-6384.
- What is David Kawanishi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Kawanishi is (949) 364-3570.
- Does David Kawanishi accept Medicare?
- David Kawanishi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Kawanishi's NPI active?
- Yes — David Kawanishi's NPI (1518944057) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.