Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paul Krause, M.D.
Otolaryngology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Santa Cruz, CA
- NPI 1356424329
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2025 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 950621323
(831) 423-4111 - Mailing address
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Po Box 1833
Santa Cruz, CA 950611833
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Y00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A80285
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1356424329. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,123
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$134,764
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 271 | 191 | $99 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 214 | 214 | $123 | |
69210 |
Removal of impacted ear wax | 184 | 155 | $52 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 131 | 131 | $181 | |
31575 |
Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope | 92 | 87 | $148 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 62 | 58 | $141 | |
31231 |
Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope | 49 | 43 | $223 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 25 | 21 | $63 | |
99202 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes | 23 | 23 | $81 | |
69420 |
Incision, aspiration, and/or inflation of eardrum | 22 | 18 | $235 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Santa Cruz Otolaryngology Physician, average services per provider: 65. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
165
Patients
83
Total drug cost
$4,401
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | Generic | 44 | 23 | $2,314 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 20 | 17 | $390 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 20 | 18 | $99 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 17 | 14 | $237 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 15 | 0 | $216 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | Generic | 13 | 0 | $728 |
| Acetic Acid | Generic | 12 | 0 | $278 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 12 | 11 | $49 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 12 | 0 | $89 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paul Krause's medical specialty?
Dr. Paul Krause practices Otolaryngology Physician in Santa Cruz, CA.
Where does Dr. Paul Krause practice?
Dr. Paul Krause practices at 2025 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 950621323. Office phone: 8314234111.
What is Dr. Paul Krause's NPI?
Dr. Paul Krause's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356424329, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paul Krause accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paul Krause accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paul Krause commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Removal of impacted ear wax (HCPCS 69210). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.