Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nicholas Canelo, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · La Jolla, CA
- NPI 1104209048
- Accepts Medicare
- 11 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 320
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-1212
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 25, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A145725
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1104209048. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
621
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$65,617
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 270 | 84 | $191 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 170 | 84 | $8 | |
G2212 |
Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or | 92 | 47 | $34 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 27 | 23 | $135 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 24 | 12 | $137 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 15 | 14 | $93 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 12 | 12 | $33 | |
90694 |
Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent inactivated, 0.5 ml dosage | 11 | 11 | $74 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in La Jolla Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 67. This provider delivers 9.3× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
875
Patients
188
Total drug cost
$86,251
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 134 | 35 | $1,922 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 100 | 29 | $862 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 91 | 24 | $1,356 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 86 | 26 | $2,561 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 82 | 20 | $1,835 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 50 | 14 | $719 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | Generic | 49 | 15 | $761 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 43 | 11 | $725 |
| Ozempic (Semaglutide) | Brand | 38 | 0 | $41,634 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 37 | 0 | $413 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nicholas Canelo's medical specialty?
Dr. Nicholas Canelo practices Family Medicine Physician in La Jolla, CA.
Where does Dr. Nicholas Canelo practice?
Dr. Nicholas Canelo practices at 9850 Genesee Ave Ste 320, La Jolla, CA 92037. Office phone: 8585541212.
What is Dr. Nicholas Canelo's NPI?
Dr. Nicholas Canelo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1104209048, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nicholas Canelo accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nicholas Canelo accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nicholas Canelo commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or (HCPCS G2212). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.