Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Alexander Shpaner, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1538334974
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 71.3 / 100 · 2023
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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6719 Alvarado RD Ste 206
San Diego, CA 921205261
(619) 287-9100
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 12, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A86958
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538334974. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
955
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$101,606
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 254 | 185 | $96 | |
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 211 | 197 | $5 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 90 | 90 | $118 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 73 | 73 | $252 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 68 | 66 | $111 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 62 | 60 | $134 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 60 | 52 | $137 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 47 | 47 | $185 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 26 | 25 | $140 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 23 | 23 | $177 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 31 peers in this city , average services per provider: 52. This provider delivers 18× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$523
Transactions
35
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 15 | $184.88 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 12 | $173.63 | |
| Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 3 | $47.42 | |
| Celltrion USA Inc. | 2 | $47.05 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 1 | $28.79 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 1 | $22.85 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $18.11 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
566
Patients
241
Total drug cost
$210,668
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 99 | 96 | $8,078 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 94 | 40 | $2,096 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 77 | 18 | $69,567 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 57 | 21 | $1,599 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 30 | 0 | $633 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 25 | 0 | $846 |
| Diphenoxylate-Atropine (Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropine) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $339 |
| Gavilyte-C (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 25 | 25 | $433 |
| Lactulose | Generic | 25 | 0 | $798 |
| Sutab (Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulf) | Brand | 24 | 24 | $4,134 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Alexander Shpaner's medical specialty?
Dr. Alexander Shpaner practices Gastroenterology Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Alexander Shpaner practice?
Dr. Alexander Shpaner practices at 6719 Alvarado RD Ste 206, San Diego, CA 921205261. Office phone: 6192879100.
What is Dr. Alexander Shpaner's NPI?
Dr. Alexander Shpaner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538334974, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Alexander Shpaner accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Alexander Shpaner accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Alexander Shpaner commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.