Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kerry van Gastel, PA
Surgical Physician Assistant (CMS: Physician Assistant) · Palo Alto, CA
- NPI 1518191543
- Accepts Medicare
- 18 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 943012302
(650) 321-4121 - Mailing address
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325 Distel Cir
Los Altos, CA 940221408
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 4, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363AS0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #PA20230
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518191543. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
231
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$10,862
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 98 | 80 | $7 | |
29823 |
Removal of extensive shoulder joint tissue using an endoscope | 30 | 30 | $39 | |
J7324 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, orthovisc, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 26 | 11 | $124 | |
29826 |
Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope | 23 | 23 | $26 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 21 | 21 | $75 | |
23410 |
Repair of acute torn shoulder rotator cuff | 18 | 18 | $132 | |
29824 |
Partial removal of collar bone at shoulder using an endoscope | 15 | 15 | $84 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 33. This provider delivers 7.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$22
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlsmed, Inc. | 1 | $22.07 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
138
Patients
82
Total drug cost
$1,453
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 47 | 42 | $165 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 36 | 29 | $471 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 27 | 0 | $556 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 16 | 0 | $153 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 12 | 11 | $109 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kerry van Gastel's medical specialty?
Dr. Kerry van Gastel practices Surgical Physician Assistant in Palo Alto, CA.
Where does Dr. Kerry van Gastel practice?
Dr. Kerry van Gastel practices at 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 943012302. Office phone: 6503214121.
What is Dr. Kerry van Gastel's NPI?
Dr. Kerry van Gastel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518191543, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kerry van Gastel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kerry van Gastel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kerry van Gastel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg (HCPCS J0702); Removal of extensive shoulder joint tissue using an endoscope (HCPCS 29823); Hyaluronan or derivative, orthovisc, for intra-articular injection, per dose (HCPCS J7324). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.