Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kenneth Nowak, MD
Otolaryngology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Salinas, CA
- NPI 1639243843
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 93.4 / 100 · 2023
- 30 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1095 Los Palos Drive
Salinas, CA 939013916
(831) 775-0205
fax (831) 775-0206
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 4, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Y00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A63245
- Medicaid
- CA #00A632450
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1639243843. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,614
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$186,316
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 481 | 348 | $138 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 316 | 316 | $120 | |
69210 |
Removal of impacted ear wax | 267 | 202 | $51 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 201 | 146 | $98 | |
31575 |
Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope | 81 | 72 | $145 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 59 | 59 | $180 | |
70486 |
Ct scan of face without contrast | 46 | 43 | $151 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 42 | 31 | $60 | |
92504 |
Exam of ear using a microscope | 35 | 32 | $32 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 26 | 26 | $183 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 177. This provider delivers 9.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$834
Transactions
28
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 9 | $265.15 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 11 | $238.59 | |
| Cochlear Americas | 1 | $139.82 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $66.36 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 3 | $64.96 | |
| KLS-Martin L.P. | 2 | $39.84 | |
| VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED | 1 | $19.18 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
801
Patients
471
Total drug cost
$18,257
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 111 | 87 | $300 |
| Clotrimazole-Betamethasone (Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dip) | Brand | 76 | 50 | $1,213 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 76 | 33 | $737 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 66 | 31 | $932 |
| Pilocarpine Hcl | Generic | 64 | 21 | $3,708 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 57 | 22 | $912 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 56 | 31 | $6,094 |
| Nystatin | Generic | 50 | 27 | $782 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | Generic | 44 | 16 | $1,867 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 43 | 30 | $188 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kenneth Nowak's medical specialty?
Dr. Kenneth Nowak practices Otolaryngology Physician in Salinas, CA.
Where does Dr. Kenneth Nowak practice?
Dr. Kenneth Nowak practices at 1095 Los Palos Drive, Salinas, CA 939013916. Office phone: 8317750205.
What is Dr. Kenneth Nowak's NPI?
Dr. Kenneth Nowak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639243843, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kenneth Nowak accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kenneth Nowak accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kenneth Nowak commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Removal of impacted ear wax (HCPCS 69210). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.