Mustafa Alwash, M.D
NPI 1679936439 · Hospitalist Physician · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mustafa Alwash, M.D is a Hospitalist Physician provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1679936439).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679936439
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospitalist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 160516 (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
10 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
917 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 374 | $81 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 219 | $121 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 157 | $118 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 64 | $177 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 53 | $50 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 29 | 24 |
| Cefuroxime Axetilbrand: Cefuroxime | 28 | 28 |
| Furosemide | 20 | 17 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 19 | 14 |
| Prednisone | 18 | 18 |
| Spironolactone | 16 | 16 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$157 across 2 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)
- 525 E Main StEl Cajon, CA 92020-4007Phone: (619) 515-2498
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-03-30
- Last updated
- 2023-08-21
- Certified
- 2023-08-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mustafa Alwash's NPI number?
- Mustafa Alwash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679936439, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mustafa Alwash's specialty?
- Mustafa Alwash is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospitalist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mustafa Alwash located?
- Mustafa Alwash's practice location on file with NPPES is 7901 Frost St, San Diego, CA 92123-2701.
- What is Mustafa Alwash's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mustafa Alwash is (858) 541-0181.
- Does Mustafa Alwash accept Medicare?
- Mustafa Alwash is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mustafa Alwash's NPI active?
- Yes — Mustafa Alwash's NPI (1679936439) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.