Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. David Watson, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Placentia, CA
- NPI 1861572679
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1301 N Rose Dr, Department of Emergency Services
Placentia, CA 928703802
(714) 993-2000 - Mailing address
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Po Box 10279
Westminster, CA 926850279
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 29, 2009
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Nevada #8273
- Medicaid (2)
- NV #2002639 · CA #1861572679
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1861572679. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
532
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$86,506
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 323 | 289 | $174 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 84 | 83 | $121 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 82 | 76 | $211 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 16 | 15 | $72 | |
93042 |
Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 leads with review by physician only | 15 | 15 | $7 | |
31500 |
Emergent insertion of breathing tube into windpipe using an endoscope | 12 | 12 | $141 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 76. This provider delivers 7.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
173
Patients
167
Total drug cost
$1,623
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 36 | 34 | $429 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 34 | 33 | $57 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 18 | 18 | $68 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 17 | 16 | $692 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 15 | 15 | $75 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 14 | 14 | $44 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 14 | 14 | $54 |
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro (Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst) | Brand | 13 | 11 | $170 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 12 | 12 | $36 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. David Watson's medical specialty?
Dr. David Watson practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Placentia, CA.
Where does Dr. David Watson practice?
Dr. David Watson practices at 1301 N Rose Dr, Placentia, CA 928703802. Office phone: 7149932000.
What is Dr. David Watson's NPI?
Dr. David Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861572679, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. David Watson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. David Watson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. David Watson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Critical care (HCPCS 99291). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.