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Dr. James Kwako, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Santa Barbara, CA
- NPI 1396784567
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 14.3 / 100 · 2023
- 53 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1805 E Cabrillo Blvd, Suite D
Santa Barbara, CA 931082884
(805) 565-3959
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 12, 2009
- Year of graduation
- 1973 — 53 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #C37727
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1396784567. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,412
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$271,666
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 822 | 389 | $136 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 673 | 263 | $97 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 623 | 266 | $96 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 116 | 83 | $136 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 72 | 72 | $177 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 51 | 48 | $15 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 34 | 34 | $138 | |
99441 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes | 21 | 21 | $49 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 23 peers in Santa Barbara Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 83. This provider delivers 29× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,223
Patients
358
Total drug cost
$25,380
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 227 | 64 | $3,918 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 123 | 34 | $1,492 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 107 | 20 | $1,282 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 91 | 16 | $945 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 86 | 26 | $1,025 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 82 | 28 | $698 |
| Liothyronine Sodium | Generic | 82 | 28 | $5,961 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 80 | 27 | $1,601 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 64 | 0 | $1,118 |
| Armour Thyroid (Thyroid,Pork) | Brand | 52 | 14 | $4,890 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Kwako's medical specialty?
Dr. James Kwako practices Family Medicine Physician in Santa Barbara, CA.
Where does Dr. James Kwako practice?
Dr. James Kwako practices at 1805 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 931082884. Office phone: 8055653959.
What is Dr. James Kwako's NPI?
Dr. James Kwako's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396784567, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Kwako accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Kwako accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Kwako commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Telephone medical discussion with physician (HCPCS 99442); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.