John Pestaner, MD
NPI 1871541524 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Santa Cruz, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Pestaner, MD is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Santa Cruz, CA (NPI 1871541524).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871541524
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- J4966 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,565 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 265 | $38 |
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 197 | $39 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74177 | 158 | $357 |
| Ct Scan of Chest Without Contrast71250 | 98 | $147 |
| Ct Scan of Chest With Contrast71260 | 98 | $134 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 95 | $40 |
| 3d Radiographic Procedure With Computerized Image Postprocessing |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-05
- Last updated
- 2012-01-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Pestaner's NPI number?
- John Pestaner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871541524, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Pestaner's specialty?
- John Pestaner is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Pestaner located?
- John Pestaner's practice location on file with NPPES is 2025 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-1323.
- What is John Pestaner's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Pestaner is (831) 458-5521.
- Does John Pestaner accept Medicare?
- John Pestaner is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Pestaner's NPI active?
- Yes — John Pestaner's NPI (1871541524) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-01-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.