Arthur Gelb, M.D.
NPI 1558481291 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Lakewood, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Arthur Gelb, M.D. is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Lakewood, CA (NPI 1558481291).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558481291
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G18436 (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
750 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume94010 | 200 | $31 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 169 | $138 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 80 | $214 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 56 | $179 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume Changes Before and After Medication Administration94060 | 45 | $44 |
| Test to Determine Lung Volumes Using Sensors94726 | 41 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 236 | 62 |
| Umeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Trbrand: Anoro Ellipta | 148 | 39 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 125 | 39 |
| Methylprednisolone | 83 | 54 |
| Azithromycin | 70 | 47 |
| Fluticasone Propion/Salmeterolbrand: Wixela Inhub | 55 | 18 |
| Nintedanib Esylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,563 across 87 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
- 2007-03-29
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Arthur Gelb's NPI number?
- Arthur Gelb's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558481291, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Arthur Gelb's specialty?
- Arthur Gelb is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Arthur Gelb located?
- Arthur Gelb's practice location on file with NPPES is 3650 South St, Lakewood, CA 90712-1502.
- What is Arthur Gelb's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Arthur Gelb is (562) 633-2275.
- Does Arthur Gelb accept Medicare?
- Arthur Gelb is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Arthur Gelb's NPI active?
- Yes — Arthur Gelb's NPI (1558481291) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.