Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Rakesh Malhotra, M.D., M.P.H.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1326346818
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 92103
(800) 926-8273 - Additional location
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1550 North Imperial Avenue, Suite 1
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 352-1731
fax (760) 545-0245 - Mailing address
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Po Box 232410
San Diego, CA 921932410
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 24, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A141208
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1326346818. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,065
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$332,000
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 1,223 | 257 | $119 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 192 | 171 | $172 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 184 | 31 | $351 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 124 | 67 | $138 | |
90966 |
Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older) | 90 | 24 | $306 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 89 | 63 | $113 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 74 | 24 | $306 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 38 | 23 | $139 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 29 | 29 | $228 | |
82570 |
Creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury | 11 | 11 | $5 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 17 peers in San Diego Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 157. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,152
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calliditas Therapeutics US INC. | 2 | $2,149.46 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $2.66 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
479
Patients
123
Total drug cost
$145,332
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jardiance (Empagliflozin) | Brand | 89 | 29 | $89,950 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 49 | 20 | $710 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 44 | 20 | $372 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 40 | 15 | $537 |
| Chlorthalidone | Generic | 39 | 14 | $515 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 31 | 12 | $21,268 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 29 | 0 | $322 |
| Calcium Acetate | Generic | 26 | 13 | $2,421 |
| Lokelma (Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicate) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $24,805 |
| Nifedipine ER (Nifedipine) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $2,280 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Rakesh Malhotra's medical specialty?
Dr. Rakesh Malhotra practices Nephrology Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Rakesh Malhotra practice?
Dr. Rakesh Malhotra practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103. Office phone: 8009268273.
What is Dr. Rakesh Malhotra's NPI?
Dr. Rakesh Malhotra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326346818, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Rakesh Malhotra accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Rakesh Malhotra accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Rakesh Malhotra commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.