Gayle Kookootsedes, M.D.
NPI 1720428048 · Rheumatology Physician · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gayle Kookootsedes, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1720428048).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720428048
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A62644 (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
12 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
2,887 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 | 1,886 | $132 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 138 | $177 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 132 | $15 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 130 | $134 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan of Joint76881 | 95 | $56 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 60 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 1,293 | 274 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 945 | 173 |
| Prednisone | 700 | 191 |
| Gabapentin | 502 | 101 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 424 | 124 |
| Celecoxib | 337 | 90 |
| Meloxicam | 264 | 66 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,402 across 104 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)
- 25401 Cabot Rd. Suite 101Laguna Hills, CA 92653Phone: (949) 335-2372Fax: (949) 288-0341
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-07-01
- Last updated
- 2022-02-24
- Certified
- 2022-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gayle Kookootsedes's NPI number?
- Gayle Kookootsedes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720428048, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gayle Kookootsedes's specialty?
- Gayle Kookootsedes is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gayle Kookootsedes located?
- Gayle Kookootsedes's practice location on file with NPPES is 3633 Camino Del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108-4011.
- What is Gayle Kookootsedes's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gayle Kookootsedes is (619) 287-9730.
- Does Gayle Kookootsedes accept Medicare?
- Gayle Kookootsedes is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gayle Kookootsedes's NPI active?
- Yes — Gayle Kookootsedes's NPI (1720428048) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.