Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Douglas Politoske, MD
Gastroenterology Physician · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1528077740
- MIPS 0.0 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs on file
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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8008 Frost St, Ste 200
San Diego, CA 921234205
(858) 292-7527
fax (858) 292-7804
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 10, 2020
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G52965
- Medicaid
- CA #GR0027570
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1528077740. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
555
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$62,433
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | 117 | 111 | $5 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 110 | 79 | $135 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 71 | 70 | $112 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 58 | 48 | $97 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 55 | 55 | $75 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 52 | 51 | $260 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 43 | 41 | $192 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 20 | 20 | $120 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 17 | 17 | $177 | |
43251 |
Removal of polyps or growths of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 12 | 11 | $167 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 31 peers in this city , average services per provider: 52. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
572
Patients
181
Total drug cost
$104,263
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 173 | 60 | $2,918 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 92 | 28 | $1,549 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 74 | 74 | $6,209 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 31 | 0 | $312 |
| Creon (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 27 | 0 | $49,068 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 25 | 0 | $23,712 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 19 | 0 | $2,133 |
| Sutab (Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulf) | Brand | 19 | 19 | $3,220 |
| Azathioprine | Generic | 18 | 0 | $1,870 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | Generic | 17 | 0 | $209 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Douglas Politoske's medical specialty?
Dr. Douglas Politoske practices Gastroenterology Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Douglas Politoske practice?
Dr. Douglas Politoske practices at 8008 Frost St, San Diego, CA 921234205. Office phone: 8582927527.
What is Dr. Douglas Politoske's NPI?
Dr. Douglas Politoske's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528077740, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Douglas Politoske commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: 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); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.