Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. David Ashkenaze, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Laguna Beach, CA
- NPI 1679544779
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 42 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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31862 Coast Hwy, Suite 400
Laguna Beach, CA 926516769
(949) 499-8226
fax (949) 499-2430
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 14, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0117X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G65521
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679544779. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,998
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$168,806
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 328 | 171 | $98 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 268 | 100 | $64 | |
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 234 | 48 | $0 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 232 | 232 | $180 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 226 | 180 | $139 | |
J7324 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, orthovisc, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 179 | 44 | $124 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 113 | 47 | $7 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 111 | 85 | $54 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 107 | 89 | $47 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 79 | 77 | $46 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 124. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$19
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Checkpoint Surgical, Inc | 1 | $19.17 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
319
Patients
169
Total drug cost
$2,901
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 91 | 68 | $863 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 65 | 28 | $294 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 43 | 32 | $307 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 24 | 0 | $135 |
| Diclofenac Potassium | Generic | 21 | 12 | $822 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 18 | 15 | $177 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 17 | 0 | $88 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 16 | 14 | $26 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 12 | 0 | $53 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $136 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. David Ashkenaze's medical specialty?
Dr. David Ashkenaze practices Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician in Laguna Beach, CA.
Where does Dr. David Ashkenaze practice?
Dr. David Ashkenaze practices at 31862 Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 926516769. Office phone: 9494998226.
What is Dr. David Ashkenaze's NPI?
Dr. David Ashkenaze's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679544779, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. David Ashkenaze accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. David Ashkenaze accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. David Ashkenaze commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg (HCPCS J1100). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.