Suleiman Lapalme, MD
NPI 1932466778 · Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician · Walnut Creek, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Suleiman Lapalme, MD is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician provider in Walnut Creek, CA (NPI 1932466778).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1932466778
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,206 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 524 | $87 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 444 | $132 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 113 | $191 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 95 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 16 | $154 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Baclofen | 31 | 13 |
| Gabapentin | 22 | 19 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 21 | 19 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 17 | 15 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 14 | 11 |
| Fluoxetine Hcl | 14 | — |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$67 across 3 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
- 2012-04-18
- Last updated
- 2016-09-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Suleiman Lapalme's NPI number?
- Suleiman Lapalme's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932466778, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Suleiman Lapalme's specialty?
- Suleiman Lapalme is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Suleiman Lapalme located?
- Suleiman Lapalme's practice location on file with NPPES is 1450 Treat Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94597-2168.
- What is Suleiman Lapalme's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Suleiman Lapalme is (925) 296-9750.
- Does Suleiman Lapalme accept Medicare?
- Suleiman Lapalme is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Suleiman Lapalme's NPI active?
- Yes — Suleiman Lapalme's NPI (1932466778) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-09-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.