Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Taddese Desta, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Specialist · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1346326246
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
292 Euclid Ave, Suite 115
San Diego, CA 921143643
(619) 266-3332
fax (619) 266-6000 - Mailing address
-
292 Euclid Ave Ste 115
San Diego, CA 921143629
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 22, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A49164
- Medicaid
- CA #00A491640
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1346326246. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
475
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$69,745
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 109 | 109 | $177 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 75 | 74 | $128 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 64 | 60 | $136 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 56 | 56 | $187 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 48 | 47 | $78 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 45 | 45 | $94 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 41 | 41 | $260 | |
91200 |
Measurement of liver stiffness | 22 | 22 | $34 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 15 | 15 | $155 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 31 peers in San Diego Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 52. This provider delivers 9.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$775
Transactions
43
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 22 | $338.47 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 5 | $102.57 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 3 | $74.68 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 2 | $57.26 | |
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 3 | $50.56 | |
| Intercept Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $40.21 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $26.27 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $20.08 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 1 | $18.44 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $16.41 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 1 | $15.33 | |
| Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $14.97 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
619
Patients
315
Total drug cost
$159,205
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 102 | 100 | $1,531 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 94 | 23 | $1,069 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 89 | 32 | $1,109 |
| Gavilyte-C (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 88 | 85 | $1,757 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 59 | 17 | $45,507 |
| Vemlidy (Tenofovir Alafenamide) | Brand | 41 | 0 | $69,643 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 30 | 0 | $297 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 30 | 30 | $2,142 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 28 | 0 | $1,866 |
| Viberzi (Eluxadoline) | Brand | 18 | 0 | $29,205 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Taddese Desta's medical specialty?
Dr. Taddese Desta practices Gastroenterology Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Taddese Desta practice?
Dr. Taddese Desta practices at 292 Euclid Ave, San Diego, CA 921143643. Office phone: 6192663332.
What is Dr. Taddese Desta's NPI?
Dr. Taddese Desta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346326246, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Taddese Desta accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Taddese Desta accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Taddese Desta commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.