Kenneth Schwab, M.D.
NPI 1649347444 · Gastroenterology Physician · Somers Point, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Schwab, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Somers Point, NJ (NPI 1649347444).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649347444
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MA59317 (NJ)
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
1,606 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 | 389 | $134 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 223 | $95 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 188 | $252 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 149 | $93 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 115 | $133 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 259 | 98 |
| Omeprazole | 160 | 53 |
| Famotidine | 75 | 31 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 49 | 20 |
| Cholestyramine (with Sugar)brand: Cholestyramine | 47 | 21 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 30 | 13 |
| Lansoprazole | 24 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$186 across 11 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
- 2006-11-29
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Schwab's NPI number?
- Kenneth Schwab's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649347444, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Schwab's specialty?
- Kenneth Schwab is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Schwab located?
- Kenneth Schwab's practice location on file with NPPES is 408 Bethel Rd, Somers Point, NJ 08244-2172.
- What is Kenneth Schwab's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Schwab is (609) 926-3330.
- Does Kenneth Schwab accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Schwab is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Schwab's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Schwab's NPI (1649347444) 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.