Thomas Knutson, M.D.
NPI 1962409938 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Escondido, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Knutson, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Escondido, CA (NPI 1962409938).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962409938
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G50268 (CA)
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
2,642 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 664 | $97 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 385 | $46 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 373 | $136 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 338 | $76 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 256 | $54 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 210 | $38 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 554 | 230 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 453 | 141 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 370 | 201 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 301 | 196 |
| Celecoxib | 203 | 89 |
| Meloxicam | 143 | 42 |
| Methylprednisolone | 51 | 45 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-05
- Last updated
- 2016-03-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Knutson's NPI number?
- Thomas Knutson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962409938, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Knutson's specialty?
- Thomas Knutson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Knutson located?
- Thomas Knutson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1955 Citracado Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92029-4110.
- What is Thomas Knutson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Knutson is (760) 743-4789.
- Does Thomas Knutson accept Medicare?
- Thomas Knutson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Knutson's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Knutson's NPI (1962409938) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-03-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.