Thomas Ela, M.D.
NPI 1831184795 · Neurology Physician · Fullerton, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Ela, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Fullerton, CA (NPI 1831184795).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831184795
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G65793 (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
20 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
607 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 393 | $177 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 79 | $220 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 36 | $129 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 35 | $114 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 27 | $100 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 42 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 159 | 47 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 153 | 47 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 135 | 37 |
| Gabapentin | 115 | 47 |
| Levetiracetam | 113 | 26 |
| Mirtazapine | 58 | 20 |
| Topiramate | 50 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$21 across 1 record (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
- 2005-09-16
- Last updated
- 2019-02-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Ela's NPI number?
- Thomas Ela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831184795, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Ela's specialty?
- Thomas Ela is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Ela located?
- Thomas Ela's practice location on file with NPPES is 2282 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831-1362.
- What is Thomas Ela's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Ela is (714) 780-9770.
- Does Thomas Ela accept Medicare?
- Thomas Ela is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Ela's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Ela's NPI (1831184795) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-02-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.