Scott Tobis, M.D.
NPI 1831396720 · Urology Physician · Santa Barbara, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Scott Tobis, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Santa Barbara, CA (NPI 1831396720).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831396720
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A123266 (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
18 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
3,635 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 954 | $96 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 554 | $2 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 407 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 236 | $135 |
| 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 | 229 | $17 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 437 | 161 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 202 | 49 |
| Finasteride | 190 | 69 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 184 | 44 |
| Cefuroxime Axetilbrand: Cefuroxime | 163 | 133 |
| Methenamine Hippurate | 94 | 33 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 66 | 47 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$937 across 15 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
- 2007-07-02
- Last updated
- 2014-10-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Scott Tobis's NPI number?
- Scott Tobis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831396720, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Scott Tobis's specialty?
- Scott Tobis is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Scott Tobis located?
- Scott Tobis's practice location on file with NPPES is 504 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105-6211.
- What is Scott Tobis's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Scott Tobis is (805) 964-3838.
- Does Scott Tobis accept Medicare?
- Scott Tobis is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Scott Tobis's NPI active?
- Yes — Scott Tobis's NPI (1831396720) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-10-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.