Zuhre Tutuncu, M.D.
NPI 1962435305 · Rheumatology Physician · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Zuhre Tutuncu, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1962435305).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962435305
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A78495 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
606 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 | 300 | $136 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 93 | $192 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 52 | $97 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 43 | $232 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 37 | $120 |
| Injection Into Tendon Or Ligament |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 170 | 49 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 114 | 39 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 91 | 34 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 88 | 35 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 53 | 16 |
| Gabapentin | 49 | 18 |
| Allopurinol | 26 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,305 across 35 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
- 2006-07-09
- Last updated
- 2018-01-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Zuhre Tutuncu's NPI number?
- Zuhre Tutuncu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962435305, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Zuhre Tutuncu's specialty?
- Zuhre Tutuncu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Zuhre Tutuncu located?
- Zuhre Tutuncu's practice location on file with NPPES is 501 Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103-2231.
- What is Zuhre Tutuncu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Zuhre Tutuncu is (619) 278-3300.
- Does Zuhre Tutuncu accept Medicare?
- Zuhre Tutuncu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Zuhre Tutuncu's NPI active?
- Yes — Zuhre Tutuncu's NPI (1962435305) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-01-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.