Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Dana Covey, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1780651794
- Accepts Medicare
- 42 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 921039000
(858) 657-8200 - Mailing address
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Po Box 232410
San Diego, CA 921932410
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 17, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G89432
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1780651794. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
209
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$8,470
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 136 | 20 | $1 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 27 | 20 | $69 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 26 | 26 | $174 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 20 | 11 | $97 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 37 peers in San Diego Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 66. This provider delivers 3.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
15
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$17
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 15 | 0 | $17 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Dana Covey's medical specialty?
Dr. Dana Covey practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Dana Covey practice?
Dr. Dana Covey practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 921039000. Office phone: 8586578200.
What is Dr. Dana Covey's NPI?
Dr. Dana Covey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780651794, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Dana Covey accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Dana Covey accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Dana Covey commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.