Timnit Tekeste, M.D.
NPI 1689038721 · Gastroenterology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Timnit Tekeste, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1689038721).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689038721
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
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
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
858 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 | 171 | $81 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 168 | $130 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 96 | $135 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 93 | $179 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 54 | $179 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 189 | 181 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 184 | 97 |
| Omeprazole | 40 | 15 |
| Cholestyramine (with Sugar)brand: Cholestyramine | 23 | 19 |
| Famotidine | 17 | 11 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 16 | 12 |
| Spironolactone | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,071 across 83 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)
- 4733 W Sunset Blvd Fl 3Los Angeles, CA 90027-6021Phone: (206) 226-6668
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-04-05
- Last updated
- 2021-12-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Timnit Tekeste's NPI number?
- Timnit Tekeste's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689038721, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Timnit Tekeste's specialty?
- Timnit Tekeste is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Timnit Tekeste located?
- Timnit Tekeste's practice location on file with NPPES is 4733 W Sunset Blvd Fl 3, Los Angeles, CA 90027-6021.
- What is Timnit Tekeste's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Timnit Tekeste is (206) 226-6668.
- Does Timnit Tekeste accept Medicare?
- Timnit Tekeste is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Timnit Tekeste's NPI active?
- Yes — Timnit Tekeste's NPI (1689038721) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.