Kenneth Laxer, M.D.
NPI 1861460990 · Neurology Physician · San Francisco, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Laxer, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in San Francisco, CA (NPI 1861460990).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861460990
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G28500 (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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
343 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity With Video (veeg), 12-26 Hours With Review and Report By Health Care Professional95720 | 101 | $228 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 99 | $151 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), 2-12 Hours With Health Care Professional Review and Report95717 | 35 | $116 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Awake and Drowsy95816 | 28 | $61 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity With Video (veeg), 2-12 Hours With Review and Report By Health Care Professional95718 | 21 | $147 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), 61-119 Minutes95813 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cenobamatebrand: Xcopri | 207 | 18 |
| Clobazam | 154 | 18 |
| Levetiracetam | 139 | 24 |
| Perampanelbrand: Fycompa | 122 | 12 |
| Lamotrigine | 106 | 22 |
| Lacosamide | 103 | 19 |
| Lamotriginebrand: Lamotrigine Er | 97 | 15 |
| Lorazepam |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$69,631 across 58 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 (2)
- 795 El Camino RealPalo Alto, CA 94301-2302Phone: (650) 853-2983Fax: (650) 853-4765
- 2100 Webster St #115San Francisco, CA 94115Phone: (415) 600-7880
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-14
- Last updated
- 2020-05-21
- Certified
- 2020-05-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Laxer's NPI number?
- Kenneth Laxer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861460990, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Laxer's specialty?
- Kenneth Laxer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Laxer located?
- Kenneth Laxer's practice location on file with NPPES is 1100 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109-6978.
- What is Kenneth Laxer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Laxer is (415) 600-7880.
- Does Kenneth Laxer accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Laxer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Laxer's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Laxer's NPI (1861460990) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-05-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.