Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kristal Choi, M.D.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Santa Monica, CA
- NPI 1396165882
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 84.9 / 100 · 2023
- 12 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 540
Santa Monica, CA 904042128
(310) 582-6350 - Mailing address
-
5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400
Los Angeles, CA 900455631
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 23, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A148342
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1396165882. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
803
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$84,629
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 253 | 113 | $140 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 173 | 113 | $8 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 66 | 40 | $195 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 57 | 14 | $127 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 50 | 50 | $183 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 43 | 33 | $100 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 41 | 27 | $8 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 33 | 14 | $85 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 22 | 22 | $241 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 20 | 15 | $83 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 136. This provider delivers 5.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$274
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen Inc. | 2 | $136.44 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $100.47 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 1 | $36.60 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
628
Patients
176
Total drug cost
$113,222
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 146 | 41 | $2,271 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 71 | 25 | $5,270 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 53 | 15 | $2,262 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 50 | 17 | $2,343 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 44 | 20 | $538 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 42 | 23 | $2,529 |
| Colchicine | Generic | 40 | 19 | $6,620 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 34 | 16 | $251 |
| Actemra (Tocilizumab) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $86,643 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 29 | 0 | $1,943 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kristal Choi's medical specialty?
Dr. Kristal Choi practices Rheumatology Physician in Santa Monica, CA.
Where does Dr. Kristal Choi practice?
Dr. Kristal Choi practices at 2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 540, Santa Monica, CA 904042128. Office phone: 3105826350.
What is Dr. Kristal Choi's NPI?
Dr. Kristal Choi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396165882, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kristal Choi accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kristal Choi accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kristal Choi commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.