Erik Kerekes, M.D.
NPI 1871679340 · Gastroenterology Physician · Long Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Erik Kerekes, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Long Beach, CA (NPI 1871679340).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871679340
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35.142870 (OH)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
933 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 187 | $135 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 151 | $178 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 140 | $117 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 114 | $104 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 78 | $260 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 350 | 109 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 189 | 187 |
| Famotidine | 133 | 33 |
| Omeprazole | 63 | 20 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 44 | 25 |
| Cholestyramine (with Sugar)brand: Cholestyramine | 27 | 12 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,154 across 55 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 (1)
- 10600 Montgomery Rd Ste 300Montgomery, OH 45242-4464Phone: (513) 794-5600
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-27
- Last updated
- 2021-07-13
- Certified
- 2021-07-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Erik Kerekes's NPI number?
- Erik Kerekes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871679340, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Erik Kerekes's specialty?
- Erik Kerekes is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Erik Kerekes located?
- Erik Kerekes's practice location on file with NPPES is 3833 Worsham Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90808-1766.
- What is Erik Kerekes's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Erik Kerekes is (562) 595-5421.
- Does Erik Kerekes accept Medicare?
- Erik Kerekes is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Erik Kerekes's NPI active?
- Yes — Erik Kerekes's NPI (1871679340) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-07-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.