Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Gautam Bhakta, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Hospitalist Physician · Arroyo Grande, CA
- NPI 1588676407
- Accepts Medicare
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
205 S Halcyon RD
Arroyo Grande, CA 934202602
(805) 474-6110
fax (805) 474-4020
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 24, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G79193
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1588676407. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
27,705
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$23,918,822
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Q4236 |
Carepatch, per square centimeter | 17,232 | 80 | $1,219 | |
99349 |
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 2,858 | 257 | $135 | |
97610 |
Therapy procedure using ultrasound | 1,374 | 81 | $524 | |
Q4188 |
Amnioarmor, per square centimeter | 1,140 | 26 | $964 | |
15271 |
Application of skin substitute graft to wound of trunk, arms, or legs, 25.0 sq cm or less of wound 100.0 sq cm or less | 883 | 84 | $168 | |
11043 |
Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 692 | 143 | $252 | |
11046 |
Removal of muscle and/or tissue, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less | 418 | 45 | $78 | |
99350 |
Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes | 415 | 61 | $190 | |
99348 |
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 386 | 90 | $81 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 259 | 80 | $76 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Arroyo Grande Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 794. This provider delivers 35× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
584
Patients
43
Total drug cost
$9,785
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 100 | 24 | $1,854 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 43 | 0 | $359 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 40 | 0 | $213 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 40 | 0 | $570 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 40 | 0 | $583 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 38 | 0 | $178 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 36 | 0 | $1,855 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 35 | 0 | $937 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 34 | 0 | $1,157 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 31 | 19 | $166 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Gautam Bhakta's medical specialty?
Dr. Gautam Bhakta practices Internal Medicine Physician in Arroyo Grande, CA.
Where does Dr. Gautam Bhakta practice?
Dr. Gautam Bhakta practices at 205 S Halcyon RD, Arroyo Grande, CA 934202602. Office phone: 8054746110.
What is Dr. Gautam Bhakta's NPI?
Dr. Gautam Bhakta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588676407, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Gautam Bhakta accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Gautam Bhakta accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Gautam Bhakta commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Carepatch, per square centimeter (HCPCS Q4236); Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99349); Therapy procedure using ultrasound (HCPCS 97610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.