Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. David Kunkel, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1902056245
- Accepts Medicare
- 18 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 921039000
(800) 926-8273 - Mailing address
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Po Box 232410
San Diego, CA 921932410
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 29, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A111550
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1902056245. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
708
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$68,472
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 143 | 103 | $115 | |
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 | 75 | 75 | $5 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 61 | 61 | $250 | |
51784 |
Non-needle measurement and recording of electrical activity of muscles at bladder and bowel openings | 58 | 58 | $38 | |
91120 |
Test for tone and sensation of rectum and anus | 58 | 58 | $50 | |
91122 |
Study of rectum sensitivity and function | 58 | 58 | $91 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 41 | 40 | $101 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 37 | 37 | $157 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 35 | 35 | $65 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 23 | 23 | $96 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 31 peers in this city , average services per provider: 52. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$75,329
Transactions
81
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 50 | $49,959.42 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 20 | $13,570.42 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 2 | $7,384.12 | |
| EVOKE PHARMA, INC. | 3 | $3,898.39 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 4 | $360.42 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 1 | $125.00 | |
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 1 | $31.72 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
541
Patients
217
Total drug cost
$246,142
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 112 | 34 | $114,658 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 79 | 78 | $6,277 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 50 | 25 | $1,485 |
| Rabeprazole Sodium | Generic | 49 | 0 | $5,852 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 44 | 12 | $948 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 39 | 38 | $601 |
| Motegrity (Prucalopride Succinate) | Brand | 37 | 11 | $39,416 |
| Trulance (Plecanatide) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $25,842 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $8,353 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 19 | 19 | $3,302 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. David Kunkel's medical specialty?
Dr. David Kunkel practices Gastroenterology Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. David Kunkel practice?
Dr. David Kunkel practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 921039000. Office phone: 8009268273.
What is Dr. David Kunkel's NPI?
Dr. David Kunkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902056245, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. David Kunkel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. David Kunkel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. David Kunkel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); 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); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.