Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kristen Sanford, D.O.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1710097720
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 73.6 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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16950 Via Tazon
San Diego, CA 921271607
(858) 499-2600
fax (858) 521-2019 - Mailing address
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16899 W Bernardo Dr
San Diego, CA 921271603
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 16, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #20A6964
- Medicaid
- CA #00AX69640
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1710097720. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
424
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$40,227
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 240 | 139 | $97 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 55 | 53 | $60 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 28 | 28 | $138 | |
99441 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes | 25 | 24 | $62 | |
G0009 |
Administration of pneumococcal vaccine | 21 | 21 | $33 | |
90677 |
Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, 20 valent (pcv20), for intramuscular use | 20 | 20 | $282 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 18 | 18 | $31 | |
90694 |
Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent inactivated, 0.5 ml dosage | 17 | 17 | $71 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 193 peers in this city , average services per provider: 141. This provider delivers 3.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,660
Patients
588
Total drug cost
$24,948
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 275 | 102 | $4,270 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 205 | 62 | $4,121 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 189 | 63 | $1,913 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 150 | 56 | $1,100 |
| Simvastatin | Generic | 113 | 40 | $1,314 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 107 | 47 | $1,887 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 93 | 30 | $447 |
| Atenolol | Generic | 85 | 27 | $914 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 82 | 31 | $914 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 75 | 30 | $3,820 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kristen Sanford's medical specialty?
Dr. Kristen Sanford practices Internal Medicine Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Kristen Sanford practice?
Dr. Kristen Sanford practices at 16950 Via Tazon, San Diego, CA 921271607. Office phone: 8584992600.
What is Dr. Kristen Sanford's NPI?
Dr. Kristen Sanford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710097720, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kristen Sanford accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kristen Sanford accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kristen Sanford commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.