Kenneth Altschuler, M.D.
NPI 1710955521 · Family Medicine Physician · Santee, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Altschuler, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Santee, CA (NPI 1710955521).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710955521
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G71127 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
422 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 279 | $136 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 63 | $98 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 53 | $17 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 15 | $15 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 5-10 Minutes99441 | 12 | $61 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $15–$136 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 101 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 601 | 183 |
| Losartan Potassium | 360 | 105 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 337 | 101 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 305 | 103 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 218 | 67 |
| Metformin Hcl | 206 | 65 |
| Lisinopril |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-08
- Last updated
- 2020-10-08
- Certified
- 2020-10-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Altschuler's NPI number?
- Kenneth Altschuler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710955521, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Altschuler's specialty?
- Kenneth Altschuler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Altschuler located?
- Kenneth Altschuler's practice location on file with NPPES is 8701 Cuyamaca St, Santee, CA 92071.
- What is Kenneth Altschuler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Altschuler is (858) 499-2715.
- Does Kenneth Altschuler accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Altschuler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Altschuler's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Altschuler's NPI (1710955521) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.