Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. David Burnikel, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1457541369
- Accepts Medicare
- 20 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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6719 Alvarado RD, Ste 200
San Diego, CA 921205270
(619) 229-3932
fax (619) 582-2860 - Mailing address
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6719 Alvarado RD Ste 200
San Diego, CA 921205256
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 9, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #138043
- Medicaid
- LA #1077216
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1457541369. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
894
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$55,462
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 376 | 58 | $7 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 110 | 72 | $68 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 99 | 72 | $137 | |
73560 |
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views | 93 | 61 | $39 | |
73565 |
X-ray of both knees while standing | 68 | 63 | $46 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 48 | 48 | $177 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 32 | 27 | $40 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 25 | 19 | $97 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 23 | 23 | $120 | |
J7326 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, gel-one, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 20 | 13 | $511 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 37 peers in San Diego Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 66. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$334
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 1 | $90.36 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $89.74 | |
| Molnlycke Health Care US, LLC | 1 | $75.43 | |
| Elevate Surgical Co | 2 | $61.79 | |
| DePuy Synthes Sales INC. | 1 | $16.66 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
39
Patients
11
Total drug cost
$344
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 14 | 11 | $168 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 14 | 0 | $65 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $110 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. David Burnikel's medical specialty?
Dr. David Burnikel practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. David Burnikel practice?
Dr. David Burnikel practices at 6719 Alvarado RD, San Diego, CA 921205270. Office phone: 6192293932.
What is Dr. David Burnikel's NPI?
Dr. David Burnikel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457541369, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. David Burnikel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. David Burnikel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. David Burnikel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg (HCPCS J0702); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.