Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Travis Pollema, D.O.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (CMS: Thoracic Surgery) · Surgery Physician · La Jolla, CA
- NPI 1871752956
- Accepts Medicare
- 18 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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9434 Medical Center Dr Fl 1
La Jolla, CA 920371337
(858) 657-7777
fax (858) 657-5058 - Mailing address
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Po Box 232410
San Diego, CA 921932410
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 21, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208G00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #20A12742
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1871752956. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
113
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$50,341
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
33233 |
Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator | 24 | 24 | $122 | |
33235 |
Removal of dual electrodes from right heart | 23 | 23 | $649 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 16 | 16 | $134 | |
33241 |
Removal of defibrillator | 13 | 13 | $111 | |
33244 |
Removal of defibrillator electrodes through vein | 13 | 13 | $872 | |
33508 |
Harvest of vein using an endoscope | 12 | 12 | $11 | |
33533 |
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft | 12 | 12 | $1,452 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 41. This provider delivers 2.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,192
Transactions
46
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philips North America LLC | 39 | $816.77 | |
| ABIOMED | 2 | $212.74 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 3 | $123.26 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $23.80 | |
| Getinge USA Sales, LLC | 1 | $15.43 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Travis Pollema's medical specialty?
Dr. Travis Pollema practices Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician in La Jolla, CA.
Where does Dr. Travis Pollema practice?
Dr. Travis Pollema practices at 9434 Medical Center Dr Fl 1, La Jolla, CA 920371337. Office phone: 8586577777.
What is Dr. Travis Pollema's NPI?
Dr. Travis Pollema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871752956, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Travis Pollema accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Travis Pollema accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Travis Pollema commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator (HCPCS 33233); Removal of dual electrodes from right heart (HCPCS 33235); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.