Theodore Popa, M.D., M.S.
NPI 1568738631 · Neurology Physician · Bakersfield, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Theodore Popa, M.D., M.S. is a Neurology Physician provider in Bakersfield, CA (NPI 1568738631).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568738631
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., M.S.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A153536 (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
528 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 | 205 | $108 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 119 | $171 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 76 | $97 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 46 | $206 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 37 | $148 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Donepezil Hcl | 212 | 74 |
| Memantine Hcl | 114 | 34 |
| Levetiracetam | 60 | 19 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 51 | — |
| Rivastigmine Tartratebrand: Rivastigmine | 47 | 16 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 41 | 13 |
| Erenumab-Aooebrand: Aimovig Autoinjector | 40 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,036 across 52 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
- 2012-03-22
- Last updated
- 2025-04-07
- Certified
- 2025-04-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Theodore Popa's NPI number?
- Theodore Popa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568738631, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Theodore Popa's specialty?
- Theodore Popa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Theodore Popa located?
- Theodore Popa's practice location on file with NPPES is 9330 Stockdale Hwy Ste 200, Bakersfield, CA 93311-3615.
- What is Theodore Popa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Theodore Popa is (661) 324-0500.
- Does Theodore Popa accept Medicare?
- Theodore Popa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Theodore Popa's NPI active?
- Yes — Theodore Popa's NPI (1568738631) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.