Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christoffel van Niekerk, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Hospitalist Physician · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · La Jolla, CA
- NPI 1831577626
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 76.2 / 100 · 2023
- 11 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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9898 Genesee Ave
La Jolla, CA 920371205
(858) 824-5115 - Mailing address
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10790 Rancho Bernardo RD
San Diego, CA 921275705
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 16, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #A145679 · Florida #ME161797
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1831577626. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,480
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$69,475
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93296 |
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system or implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days | 297 | 279 | $21 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 217 | 217 | $14 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 201 | 170 | $8 | |
93294 |
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system, remote up to 90 days | 190 | 177 | $30 | |
93295 |
Evaluation of single, dual, or multiple lead implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days | 108 | 103 | $36 | |
93298 |
Evaluation of cardiac rhythm monitor system, remote up to 30 days | 65 | 54 | $26 | |
G2066 |
Interrogation device evaluation(s), (remote) up to 30 days; implantable cardiovascular physiologic monitor system, implantable loop recorder system, or subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor system, remote data acquisition(s), receipt of transmissions and tec | 63 | 54 | $36 | |
93280 |
Programming of dual lead pacemaker system | 59 | 58 | $77 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 56 | 55 | $175 | |
93286 |
Programming of single, dual, or multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system before or after surgery | 49 | 25 | $41 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in La Jolla Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 188. This provider delivers 7.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$3,772
Transactions
20
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | 15 | $3,422.05 | |
| Biosense Webster, INC. | 3 | $157.17 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $123.16 | |
| Medical Device Business Services, INC. | 1 | $70.10 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
50
Patients
28
Total drug cost
$18,588
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 28 | 13 | $18,082 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 22 | 15 | $506 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christoffel van Niekerk's medical specialty?
Dr. Christoffel van Niekerk practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in La Jolla, CA.
Where does Dr. Christoffel van Niekerk practice?
Dr. Christoffel van Niekerk practices at 9898 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA 920371205. Office phone: 8588245115.
What is Dr. Christoffel van Niekerk's NPI?
Dr. Christoffel van Niekerk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831577626, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christoffel van Niekerk accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christoffel van Niekerk accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christoffel van Niekerk commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system or implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days (HCPCS 93296); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report (HCPCS 93000); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.