Arun Venkat, MD
NPI 1952436354 · Dermatology Physician · Oceanside, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Arun Venkat, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Oceanside, CA (NPI 1952436354).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952436354
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D68963 (MD)
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
6 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
10,496 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 5,284 | $78 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,650 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 586 | $99 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 391 | $87 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 344 | $50 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | 158 | 95 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 130 | 95 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 80 | 50 |
| Mupirocin | 75 | 63 |
| Clotrimazole | 64 | 35 |
| Cephalexin | 39 | 36 |
| Hydrocortisone | 35 | 23 |
| Nystatin | 30 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$650 across 22 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 (5)
- 25495 Medical Center Dr Ste 200Murrieta, CA 92562-4903Phone: (951) 304-7546Fax: (951) 696-5872
- 4765 Carmel Mountain Rd Ste 201San Diego, CA 92130-6657Phone: (858) 369-7546Fax: (858) 369-7546
- 838 Nordahl Rd Ste 230San Marcos, CA 92069-3595Phone: (760) 738-7600Fax: (760) 738-7616
- 530 Lomas Santa Fe Dr Ste DSolana Beach, CA 92075-1346Phone: (858) 259-0056Fax: (858) 259-0187
- 6410 Rockledge DrSuite 201Bethesda, MD 20817-1809Phone: (301) 530-8300Fax: (301) 530-4638
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-02-23
- Last updated
- 2020-02-10
- Certified
- 2020-02-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Arun Venkat's NPI number?
- Arun Venkat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952436354, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Arun Venkat's specialty?
- Arun Venkat is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Arun Venkat located?
- Arun Venkat's practice location on file with NPPES is 3629 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92056-4522.
- What is Arun Venkat's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Arun Venkat is (760) 757-7546.
- Does Arun Venkat accept Medicare?
- Arun Venkat is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Arun Venkat's NPI active?
- Yes — Arun Venkat's NPI (1952436354) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-02-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.