Matthew Skinner, M.D.
NPI 1609133750 · Gastroenterology Physician · La Jolla, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Matthew Skinner, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in La Jolla, CA (NPI 1609133750).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609133750
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 292944 (NY)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,307 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 168 | $5 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 151 | $233 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 128 | $62 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 109 | $136 |
| Removal of Stone Or Debris From Bile Or Pancreatic Duct Using a Flexible Endoscope43264 | 73 | $138 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 160 | 150 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 134 | 57 |
| Omeprazole | 46 | 15 |
| Famotidine | 26 | — |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 19 | 18 |
| Rabeprazole Sodium | 15 | — |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,633 across 25 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)
- 240 E 38th St Fl 23New York, NY 10016Phone: (212) 263-3095Fax: (212) 263-3096
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-04-13
- Last updated
- 2019-07-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Matthew Skinner's NPI number?
- Matthew Skinner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609133750, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Matthew Skinner's specialty?
- Matthew Skinner is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Matthew Skinner located?
- Matthew Skinner's practice location on file with NPPES is 9898 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037.
- What is Matthew Skinner's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Matthew Skinner is (858) 824-4151.
- Does Matthew Skinner accept Medicare?
- Matthew Skinner is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Matthew Skinner's NPI active?
- Yes — Matthew Skinner's NPI (1609133750) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-07-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.