Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Matthew Malerich
Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · Bakersfield, CA
- NPI 1437154853
- MIPS 77.5 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs on file
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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400 Old River RD
Bakersfield, CA 933119781
(661) 663-6550 - Mailing address
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Po Box 1710
Bakersfield, CA 933021710
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 2, 2010
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0106X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G28553
- Medicaid
- CT #4144118
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1437154853. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
689
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$34,788
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 246 | 73 | $7 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 123 | 77 | $92 | |
73120 |
X-ray of hand, 2 views | 69 | 41 | $33 | |
20526 |
Injection of carpal tunnel | 67 | 32 | $115 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 54 | 54 | $111 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 49 | 30 | $53 | |
73140 |
X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views | 32 | 20 | $39 | |
73100 |
X-ray of wrist, 2 views | 27 | 18 | $35 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 22 | 16 | $50 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Bakersfield Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 61. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$136
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axogen | 2 | $97.68 | |
| Mimedx Group, INC. | 1 | $19.19 | |
| Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 1 | $18.88 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
181
Patients
112
Total drug cost
$2,166
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 54 | 40 | $684 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 43 | 31 | $270 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 28 | 17 | $816 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 28 | 0 | $203 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 28 | 24 | $194 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Matthew Malerich's medical specialty?
Dr. Matthew Malerich practices Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician in Bakersfield, CA.
Where does Dr. Matthew Malerich practice?
Dr. Matthew Malerich practices at 400 Old River RD, Bakersfield, CA 933119781. Office phone: 6616636550.
What is Dr. Matthew Malerich's NPI?
Dr. Matthew Malerich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437154853, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Matthew Malerich commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg (HCPCS J0702); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); X-ray of hand, 2 views (HCPCS 73120). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.