Gary Novatt, MD
NPI 1619961257 · Dermatology Physician · Santa Barbara, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gary Novatt, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Santa Barbara, CA (NPI 1619961257).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619961257
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G56325 (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
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
10,135 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 3,282 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,582 | $97 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 1,476 | $38 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17004 | 701 | $184 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 607 | $58 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 345 | 161 |
| Hydrocortisone | 93 | 70 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 89 | 65 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 51 | 32 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 44 | 20 |
| Imiquimod | 41 | 31 |
| Selenium Sulfide | 37 | 21 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$527 across 23 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
- 2005-09-09
- Last updated
- 2021-02-02
- Certified
- 2021-02-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gary Novatt's NPI number?
- Gary Novatt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619961257, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gary Novatt's specialty?
- Gary Novatt is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gary Novatt located?
- Gary Novatt's practice location on file with NPPES is 2320 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105.
- What is Gary Novatt's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gary Novatt is (805) 569-1164.
- Does Gary Novatt accept Medicare?
- Gary Novatt is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gary Novatt's NPI active?
- Yes — Gary Novatt's NPI (1619961257) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.