Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kuntal Thaker, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Santa Cruz, CA
- NPI 1952369191
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2850 Commercial Crossing
Santa Cruz, CA 950651702
(831) 460-7350
fax (831) 460-7351 - Mailing address
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2025 Soquel Ave.
Santa Cruz, CA 950621323
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 18, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arkansas #E-4883
- Medicaid
- AR #161442001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1952369191. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,716
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$227,361
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 478 | 474 | $93 | |
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 353 | 350 | $6 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 331 | 327 | $256 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 166 | 140 | $139 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 146 | 142 | $90 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 42 | 42 | $184 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 38 | 38 | $173 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 31 | 31 | $181 | |
46221 |
Removal of external hemorrhoids by rubber banding | 28 | 17 | $329 | |
43251 |
Removal of polyps or growths of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 25 | 25 | $190 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Santa Cruz Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 76. This provider delivers 23× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
738
Patients
418
Total drug cost
$336,602
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 217 | 210 | $4,005 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 203 | 89 | $5,312 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 62 | 23 | $1,556 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 41 | 19 | $1,729 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 35 | 34 | $2,841 |
| Creon (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $106,360 |
| Lactulose | Generic | 26 | 19 | $316 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 26 | 0 | $13,916 |
| Cholestyramine (Cholestyramine (With Sugar)) | Brand | 25 | 11 | $2,378 |
| Ursodiol | Generic | 21 | 0 | $6,009 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kuntal Thaker's medical specialty?
Dr. Kuntal Thaker practices Gastroenterology Physician in Santa Cruz, CA.
Where does Dr. Kuntal Thaker practice?
Dr. Kuntal Thaker practices at 2850 Commercial Crossing, Santa Cruz, CA 950651702. Office phone: 8314607350.
What is Dr. Kuntal Thaker's NPI?
Dr. Kuntal Thaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952369191, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kuntal Thaker accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kuntal Thaker accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kuntal Thaker commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380); Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.