Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nathaniel Schuster, M.D.
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (CMS: Neurology) · Neurology Physician · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1861781205
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 921039000
(619) 543-5754 - Mailing address
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Po Box 232410
San Diego, CA 921932410
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 21, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207LP2900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A125798
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1861781205. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
879
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$82,527
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 113 | 87 | $101 | |
20553 |
Injection of trigger points, 3 or more muscles | 81 | 45 | $32 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 69 | 46 | $101 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 69 | 50 | $149 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 60 | 60 | $138 | |
27096 |
Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance | 57 | 36 | $123 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 56 | 44 | $102 | |
64405 |
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into upper neck and back of head nerve | 54 | 28 | $75 | |
76942 |
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement | 48 | 35 | $31 | |
64615 |
Injection of chemical for paralysis of facial and neck nerve muscles on both sides of face | 38 | 17 | $121 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in San Diego Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician, average services per provider: 152. This provider delivers 5.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$25,288
Transactions
68
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Averitas Pharma INC. | 66 | $25,156.33 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $76.92 | |
| Spr Therapeutics, INC | 1 | $54.93 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
49
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$51,241
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emgality Pen (Galcanezumab-Gnlm) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $17,127 |
| Emgality Syringe (Galcanezumab-Gnlm) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $21,643 |
| Nurtec Odt (Rimegepant Sulfate) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $12,471 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nathaniel Schuster's medical specialty?
Dr. Nathaniel Schuster practices Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Nathaniel Schuster practice?
Dr. Nathaniel Schuster practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 921039000. Office phone: 6195435754.
What is Dr. Nathaniel Schuster's NPI?
Dr. Nathaniel Schuster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861781205, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nathaniel Schuster accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nathaniel Schuster accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nathaniel Schuster commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Injection of trigger points, 3 or more muscles (HCPCS 20553); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.