Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Jose Pantoja, M.D.
Specialist (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Lakewood, CA
- NPI 1891721353
- Accepts Medicare
- 52 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
5750 Downey Ave, Suite 202
Lakewood, CA 907121405
(562) 634-4939
fax (562) 634-5809 - Mailing address
-
Po Box 666
Artesia, CA 907020666
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 13, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1974 — 52 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 174400000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #C43031
- Medicaid
- CA #00C430310
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1891721353. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
475
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$72,787
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 108 | 108 | $183 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 86 | 83 | $113 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 81 | 68 | $141 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 56 | 55 | $139 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 36 | 36 | $196 | |
43246 |
Insertion of stomach tube using a flexible endoscope | 24 | 23 | $211 | |
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 21 | 21 | $6 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 19 | 19 | $269 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 16 | 16 | $186 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 15 | 15 | $88 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 92. This provider delivers 5.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$422
Transactions
18
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 7 | $133.72 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 3 | $132.56 | |
| Gilead Sciences, Inc. | 3 | $60.58 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 2 | $49.62 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 2 | $30.40 | |
| Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $15.38 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
751
Patients
485
Total drug cost
$114,865
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 278 | 264 | $4,862 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 155 | 69 | $2,629 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 63 | 33 | $67,271 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 52 | 25 | $1,080 |
| Peg-3350 And Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 37 | 34 | $716 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 32 | 21 | $939 |
| Lactulose | Generic | 20 | 11 | $1,706 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 17 | 0 | $15,261 |
| Ursodiol | Generic | 17 | 0 | $2,500 |
| Gavilyte-C (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 15 | 14 | $236 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Jose Pantoja's medical specialty?
Dr. Jose Pantoja practices Specialist in Lakewood, CA.
Where does Dr. Jose Pantoja practice?
Dr. Jose Pantoja practices at 5750 Downey Ave, Lakewood, CA 907121405. Office phone: 5626344939.
What is Dr. Jose Pantoja's NPI?
Dr. Jose Pantoja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891721353, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Jose Pantoja accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Jose Pantoja accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Jose Pantoja commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.