Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cesar Palana, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Los Angeles, CA
- NPI 1467712604
- MIPS 73.3 / 100 · 2023
- 16 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4160 Wilshire Blvd # 302
Los Angeles, CA 900103567
(323) 457-3787
fax (888) 470-3345
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 13, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A137027
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1467712604. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,809
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$428,025
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 2,458 | 299 | $108 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 355 | 84 | $79 | |
99349 |
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 269 | 32 | $129 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 232 | 64 | $119 | |
99305 |
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 118 | 111 | $135 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 87 | 17 | $211 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 75 | 65 | $82 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 69 | 58 | $130 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 50 | 48 | $174 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 46 | 45 | $115 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 262 peers in Los Angeles Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 160. This provider delivers 24× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$121
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanofi-Aventis U.S. LLC | 1 | $46.52 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 2 | $35.50 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $21.64 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $16.91 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
6,360
Patients
861
Total drug cost
$250,768
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 1,289 | 175 | $22,689 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 541 | 92 | $4,421 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 525 | 52 | $5,246 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 468 | 60 | $7,027 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 460 | 61 | $6,182 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 454 | 62 | $4,151 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 412 | 35 | $113,996 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 345 | 47 | $7,618 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 333 | 49 | $6,469 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 301 | 44 | $10,056 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cesar Palana's medical specialty?
Dr. Cesar Palana practices Internal Medicine Physician in Los Angeles, CA.
Where does Dr. Cesar Palana practice?
Dr. Cesar Palana practices at 4160 Wilshire Blvd # 302, Los Angeles, CA 900103567. Office phone: 3234573787.
What is Dr. Cesar Palana's NPI?
Dr. Cesar Palana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467712604, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cesar Palana accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Cesar Palana does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Cesar Palana commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99349). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.