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Dr. John Santoro, DPM
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (CMS: Podiatry) · Podiatrist · Murrieta, CA
- NPI 1548271828
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 87.8 / 100 · 2023
- 40 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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28078 Baxter RD Ste 424
Murrieta, CA 925631404
(951) 679-1020
fax (951) 679-5844 - Additional location
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29645 Rancho California RD, Ste 209
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 699-9775
fax (951) 695-2050 - Mailing address
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29645 Rancho California RD, Ste 209
Temecula, CA 92591
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 21, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1986 — 40 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 213ES0103X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #3428 · California #00E3428
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1548271828. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,553
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$146,610
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 579 | 237 | $125 | |
11721 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails | 391 | 121 | $44 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 136 | 136 | $163 | |
73630 |
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | 132 | 108 | $8 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 57 | 52 | $168 | |
11042 |
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 46 | 17 | $106 | |
15275 |
Application of skin substitute graft to wound of face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, around eyes, genitals, hands, feet, fingers, or toes, 25.0 sq cm or less of wound 100.0 sq cm or less | 35 | 32 | $45 | |
11056 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths | 30 | 16 | $83 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 27 | 24 | $52 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 27 | 27 | $110 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Murrieta Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist, average services per provider: 96. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$8,884
Transactions
51
Manufacturers
13
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Averitas Pharma INC. | 15 | $7,766.64 | |
| Fusion Orthopedics USA, LLC | 5 | $524.56 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 10 | $140.57 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 4 | $72.48 | |
| Paratek Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 4 | $72.24 | |
| Theratechnologies INC. | 3 | $71.45 | |
| Inari Medical, INC. | 1 | $49.52 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 2 | $47.55 | |
| ViiV Healthcare Company | 2 | $36.18 | |
| Integra LifeSciences Corporation | 2 | $31.51 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $26.02 | |
| ConvaTec INC. | 1 | $25.30 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $20.10 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
71
Patients
24
Total drug cost
$534
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 18 | 12 | $145 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 16 | 12 | $97 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $137 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $123 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 12 | 0 | $33 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Santoro's medical specialty?
Dr. John Santoro practices Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist in Murrieta, CA.
Where does Dr. John Santoro practice?
Dr. John Santoro practices at 28078 Baxter RD Ste 424, Murrieta, CA 925631404. Office phone: 9516791020.
What is Dr. John Santoro's NPI?
Dr. John Santoro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548271828, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Santoro accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Santoro accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Santoro commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails (HCPCS 11721); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.