Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Thomas Knutson, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Escondido, CA
- NPI 1962409938
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.3 / 100 · 2023
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1955 Citracado Pkwy, Suite 200
Escondido, CA 920294110
(760) 743-4789
fax (760) 743-4779 - Mailing address
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15611 Pomerado RD, Fifth Floor
Poway, CA 920642437
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 24, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G50268
- Medicaid
- CA #1962409938
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1962409938. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,724
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$488,999
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J7325 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 2,496 | 37 | $9 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 603 | 378 | $137 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 484 | 360 | $97 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 453 | 343 | $47 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 385 | 195 | $12 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 377 | 234 | $77 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 293 | 221 | $54 | |
73560 |
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views | 147 | 135 | $39 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 113 | 113 | $177 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 98 | 98 | $120 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Escondido Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 276. This provider delivers 21× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,900
Patients
950
Total drug cost
$18,491
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 451 | 234 | $1,641 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 425 | 123 | $5,773 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 334 | 211 | $2,384 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 265 | 187 | $2,564 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 149 | 55 | $825 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 96 | 47 | $3,588 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 69 | 40 | $847 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 59 | 53 | $437 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 21 | 0 | $149 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 19 | 0 | $122 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Thomas Knutson's medical specialty?
Dr. Thomas Knutson practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Escondido, CA.
Where does Dr. Thomas Knutson practice?
Dr. Thomas Knutson practices at 1955 Citracado Pkwy, Escondido, CA 920294110. Office phone: 7607434789.
What is Dr. Thomas Knutson's NPI?
Dr. Thomas Knutson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962409938, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Thomas Knutson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Thomas Knutson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Thomas Knutson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7325); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.