Gary Belaga, M.D.
NPI 1720196744 · Neurology Physician · Walnut Creek, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gary Belaga, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Walnut Creek, CA (NPI 1720196744).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720196744
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G52395 (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
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
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Nerve Muscles on Side of Neck Excluding Voice Box64616 | 68 | $227 |
| Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Facial and Neck Nerve Muscles on Both Sides of Face64615 | 67 | $168 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $168–$227 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote 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 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) |
|---|---|
| Diazepam | 44 |
| Lorazepam | 26 |
| Clonazepam | 19 |
| Sumatriptan Succinate | 19 |
| Levetiracetam | 18 |
| Alprazolam | 17 |
| Butalb/Acetaminophen/Caffeinebrand: Butalbital-Acetaminophen-Caffe | 17 |
| Butalbital/Aspirin/Caffeinebrand: Butalbital-Aspirin-Caffeine | 16 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,267 across 61 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
- 2006-08-29
- Last updated
- 2026-03-10
- Certified
- 2026-03-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gary Belaga's NPI number?
- Gary Belaga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720196744, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gary Belaga's specialty?
- Gary Belaga is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gary Belaga located?
- Gary Belaga's practice location on file with NPPES is 1814a Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA 94595.
- What is Gary Belaga's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gary Belaga is (925) 239-7141.
- Does Gary Belaga accept Medicare?
- Gary Belaga is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gary Belaga's NPI active?
- Yes — Gary Belaga's NPI (1720196744) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.