Santosh Kesari, MD PHD
NPI 1891785960 · Neurology Physician · Santa Monica, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Santosh Kesari, MD PHD is a Neurology Physician provider in Santa Monica, CA (NPI 1891785960).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891785960
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD PHD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- C53829 (CA)
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
20 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
795 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 220 | $149 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 161 | $194 |
| 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 | 100 | $17 |
| 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 | 88 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sargramostimbrand: Leukine | 48 | — |
| Immun Glob G(igg)/Gly/Iga Ov50brand: Gammagard Liquid | 33 | — |
| Levetiracetam | 23 | 11 |
| Dexamethasone | 18 | 13 |
| Immun Glob G(igg)/Gly/Iga 0-50brand: Gammaplex | 18 | — |
| Propranolol Hcl | 17 | — |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 17 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$30,709 across 17 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
- 2005-10-28
- Last updated
- 2025-12-02
- Certified
- 2025-12-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Santosh Kesari's NPI number?
- Santosh Kesari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891785960, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Santosh Kesari's specialty?
- Santosh Kesari is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Santosh Kesari located?
- Santosh Kesari's practice location on file with NPPES is 2811 Wilshire Blvd Ste 790, Santa Monica, CA 90403-4805.
- What is Santosh Kesari's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Santosh Kesari is (310) 870-7260.
- Does Santosh Kesari accept Medicare?
- Santosh Kesari is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Santosh Kesari's NPI active?
- Yes — Santosh Kesari's NPI (1891785960) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.