Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Scott Saunders, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Goleta, CA
- NPI 1558474320
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 20.0 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5901 Encina RD Ste C3
Goleta, CA 931172272
(805) 963-1824
fax (805) 963-1826 - Mailing address
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606 Alamo Pintado RD Ste 3-174
Solvang, CA 934632284
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 26, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G78847
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1558474320. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
995
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$125,937
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 197 | 116 | $191 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 169 | 91 | $97 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 126 | 98 | $137 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 115 | 115 | $87 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 80 | 80 | $138 | |
G0444 |
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 75 | 75 | $20 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 47 | 41 | $136 | |
G0438 |
Annual wellness visit; includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), initial visit | 41 | 41 | $176 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 35 | 33 | $97 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 33 | 16 | $61 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Goleta Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 63. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
598
Patients
22
Total drug cost
$30,686
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levetiracetam | Generic | 83 | 0 | $6,180 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 59 | 11 | $1,037 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 57 | 0 | $1,127 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 57 | 0 | $849 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 47 | 0 | $13,126 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 35 | 0 | $834 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 34 | 0 | $314 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 30 | 0 | $240 |
| Olanzapine | Generic | 30 | 0 | $2,676 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 29 | 0 | $977 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Scott Saunders's medical specialty?
Dr. Scott Saunders practices Family Medicine Physician in Goleta, CA.
Where does Dr. Scott Saunders practice?
Dr. Scott Saunders practices at 5901 Encina RD Ste C3, Goleta, CA 931172272. Office phone: 8059631824.
What is Dr. Scott Saunders's NPI?
Dr. Scott Saunders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558474320, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Scott Saunders accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Scott Saunders accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Scott Saunders commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Telephone medical discussion with physician (HCPCS 99442); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.