Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh, M.D.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Allergy & Immunology Physician · Internal Medicine Physician · La Jolla, CA
- NPI 1679584486
- Accepts Medicare
- 42 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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9350 Campus Point Dr, Mail Code 0997
La Jolla, CA 920371300
(858) 657-7044
fax (858) 657-7045 - Mailing address
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2957 Fried Ave
San Diego, CA 921222232
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 11, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #C50307
- Medicaid
- CA #00C503070
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679584486. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
467
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$59,930
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 303 | 125 | $130 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 58 | 34 | $101 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 57 | 57 | $175 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 38 | 14 | $82 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 11 | 11 | $138 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 145. This provider delivers 3.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$64,507
Transactions
94
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen Inc. | 1 | $20,000.00 | |
| UCB, Inc. | 7 | $10,809.62 | |
| Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC | 36 | $10,544.38 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 33 | $8,955.01 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 11 | $8,390.82 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 3 | $3,646.96 | |
| Janssen Global Services, LLC | 2 | $2,100.00 | |
| Eli Lilly and Company | 1 | $59.74 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
707
Patients
124
Total drug cost
$1,120,309
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 146 | 40 | $1,948 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 129 | 33 | $5,423 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 69 | 21 | $4,761 |
| Enbrel Sureclick (Etanercept) | Brand | 48 | 0 | $341,761 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 43 | 16 | $528 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 35 | 0 | $3,134 |
| Humira Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 32 | 0 | $240,829 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 29 | 14 | $871 |
| Colchicine | Generic | 28 | 0 | $1,522 |
| Humira (Adalimumab) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $193,013 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh's medical specialty?
Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh practices Rheumatology Physician in La Jolla, CA.
Where does Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh practice?
Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh practices at 9350 Campus Point Dr, La Jolla, CA 920371300. Office phone: 8586577044.
What is Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh's NPI?
Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679584486, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Arthur Kavanaugh commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.