Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Bruce Covner, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · La Jolla, CA
- NPI 1720072192
- 46 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 355
La Jolla, CA 920371224
(858) 202-0011
fax (858) 202-0055
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 19, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1980 — 46 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G45620
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1720072192. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
567
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$65,516
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 247 | 117 | $123 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 106 | 74 | $130 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 81 | 55 | $82 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 61 | 60 | $119 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 45 | 45 | $132 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 16 | 16 | $92 | |
82270 |
Stool analysis for blood to screen for colon tumors | 11 | 11 | $4 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 33 peers in La Jolla Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 105. This provider delivers 5.4× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
700
Patients
160
Total drug cost
$12,174
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 144 | 38 | $1,585 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 76 | 23 | $1,394 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 73 | 25 | $610 |
| Valsartan | Generic | 57 | 18 | $2,677 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | Generic | 44 | 0 | $398 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 43 | 16 | $950 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 41 | 16 | $731 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 36 | 13 | $565 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 31 | 0 | $276 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 31 | 0 | $367 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Bruce Covner's medical specialty?
Dr. Bruce Covner practices Internal Medicine Physician in La Jolla, CA.
Where does Dr. Bruce Covner practice?
Dr. Bruce Covner practices at 9850 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 920371224. Office phone: 8582020011.
What is Dr. Bruce Covner's NPI?
Dr. Bruce Covner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720072192, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Bruce Covner accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Bruce Covner does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Bruce Covner commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.