Dennis Cesar, M.D.
NPI 1861685786 · Urology Physician · Merced, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Dennis Cesar, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Merced, CA (NPI 1861685786).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861685786
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G33716 (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
5,327 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 | 2,535 | $90 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 1,229 | $12 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Pelvic Region Through Rectum76872 | 248 | $143 |
| Simple Insertion of Temporary Bladder Tube51702 | 233 | $63 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 182 | $14 |
| Administration of Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96402 | 97 | $36 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 1,690 | 588 |
| Finasteride | 753 | 260 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 461 | 142 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 403 | 136 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 269 | 107 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 242 | 163 |
| Cephalexin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,877 across 79 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
- 2007-08-23
- Last updated
- 2021-07-23
- Certified
- 2021-07-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Dennis Cesar's NPI number?
- Dennis Cesar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861685786, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Dennis Cesar's specialty?
- Dennis Cesar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Dennis Cesar located?
- Dennis Cesar's practice location on file with NPPES is 220 E 13th St, Merced, CA 95341-6250.
- What is Dennis Cesar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Dennis Cesar is (209) 383-7534.
- Does Dennis Cesar accept Medicare?
- Dennis Cesar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Dennis Cesar's NPI active?
- Yes — Dennis Cesar's NPI (1861685786) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-07-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.