Susan Lemon, DO
NPI 1972645513 · Rheumatology Physician · Santa Barbara, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Susan Lemon, DO is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Santa Barbara, CA (NPI 1972645513).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972645513
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 20A8700 (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
1,979 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 | 621 | $135 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 613 | $15 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 389 | $20 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 96 | $70 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 53 | $189 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Forearm, Finger, Hand, Or Foot |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 219 | 49 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 186 | 36 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 148 | 40 |
| Prednisone | 145 | 43 |
| Celecoxib | 133 | 39 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 85 | 17 |
| Diclofenac Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$637 across 43 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
- 2007-02-12
- Last updated
- 2019-01-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Susan Lemon's NPI number?
- Susan Lemon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972645513, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Susan Lemon's specialty?
- Susan Lemon is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Susan Lemon located?
- Susan Lemon's practice location on file with NPPES is 215 Pesetas Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93110-1416.
- What is Susan Lemon's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Susan Lemon is (805) 681-1761.
- Does Susan Lemon accept Medicare?
- Susan Lemon is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Susan Lemon's NPI active?
- Yes — Susan Lemon's NPI (1972645513) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-01-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.