David Lofthus, M.D.
NPI 1851568968 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Dallas, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Lofthus, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Dallas, TX (NPI 1851568968).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851568968
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
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
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,763 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 1,685 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 847 | $124 |
| 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 | 741 | $16 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 526 | $14 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 264 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 57 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 796 | 256 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 680 | 156 |
| Carvedilol | 633 | 204 |
| Ezetimibe | 554 | 176 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 497 | 173 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 486 | 159 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 461 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$117 across 7 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
- 2008-05-08
- Last updated
- 2023-06-15
- Certified
- 2023-06-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Lofthus's NPI number?
- David Lofthus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851568968, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Lofthus's specialty?
- David Lofthus is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Lofthus located?
- David Lofthus's practice location on file with NPPES is 621 N Hall St, Dallas, TX 75226-1339.
- What is David Lofthus's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Lofthus is (469) 800-7400.
- Does David Lofthus accept Medicare?
- David Lofthus is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Lofthus's NPI active?
- Yes — David Lofthus's NPI (1851568968) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-06-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.