Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Charles Curatalo, M.D.
Neurology Physician (CMS: Neurology) · Santa Barbara, CA
- NPI 1851345508
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 43 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
219 Nogales Ave Ste G
Santa Barbara, CA 931053848
(805) 682-8153
fax (805) 682-5585
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 13, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084N0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G53333
- Medicaid
- CA #00G533330
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1851345508. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,012
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$307,208
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G0453 |
Continuous intraoperative neurophysiology monitoring, from outside the operating room (remote or nearby), per patient, (attention directed exclusively to one patient) each 15 minutes (list in addition to primary procedure) | 1,091 | 78 | $33 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 633 | 414 | $136 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 261 | 200 | $189 | |
95886 |
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, complete study | 210 | 119 | $108 | |
G2012 |
Brief communication technology-based service, e.g. virtual check-in, by a physician or other qualified health care professional who can report evaluation and management services, provided to an established patient, not originating from a related e/m servic | 125 | 91 | $15 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 113 | 113 | $233 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 96 | 80 | $96 | |
95938 |
Placement of skin electrodes and measurement of stimulated sites on arms and legs | 79 | 77 | $47 | |
95911 |
Nerve conduction, 9-10 studies | 71 | 69 | $231 | |
95939 |
Placement of skin electrodes and measurement of central motor stimulation in arms and legs | 54 | 52 | $122 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Santa Barbara Neurology Physician, average services per provider: 417. This provider delivers 7.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$974
Transactions
20
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 11 | $496.27 | |
| Jazz Pharmaceuticals INC. | 1 | $135.22 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $132.37 | |
| Argenx US, INC. | 1 | $109.36 | |
| Biogen, INC. | 5 | $75.84 | |
| Emd Serono, INC. | 1 | $24.96 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,439
Patients
332
Total drug cost
$112,313
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 196 | 54 | $5,503 |
| Carbidopa-Levodopa (Carbidopa/Levodopa) | Brand | 189 | 51 | $12,431 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 175 | 55 | $3,124 |
| Memantine Hcl | Generic | 161 | 41 | $7,437 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 93 | 21 | $902 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | Generic | 81 | 22 | $869 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 79 | 11 | $3,042 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 71 | 16 | $2,316 |
| Aimovig Autoinjector (Erenumab-Aooe) | Brand | 70 | 11 | $63,795 |
| Levetiracetam | Generic | 64 | 12 | $4,206 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Charles Curatalo's medical specialty?
Dr. Charles Curatalo practices Neurology Physician in Santa Barbara, CA.
Where does Dr. Charles Curatalo practice?
Dr. Charles Curatalo practices at 219 Nogales Ave Ste G, Santa Barbara, CA 931053848. Office phone: 8056828153.
What is Dr. Charles Curatalo's NPI?
Dr. Charles Curatalo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851345508, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Charles Curatalo accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Charles Curatalo accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Charles Curatalo commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Continuous intraoperative neurophysiology monitoring, from outside the operating room (remote or nearby), per patient, (attention directed exclusively to one patient) each 15 minutes (list in addition to primary procedure) (HCPCS G0453); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.