Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Gilbert Gelfand, M.D.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Whittier, CA
- NPI 1942247580
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 51 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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12456 Washington Blvd
Whittier, CA 906021005
(562) 758-6600
fax (562) 758-6709
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 5, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1975 — 51 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A36369
- Medicaid
- CA #00A363690
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942247580. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
6,280
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$281,535
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 4,601 | 70 | $23 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 886 | 316 | $139 | |
96401 |
Administration of non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle | 135 | 77 | $84 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 110 | 78 | $98 | |
J1030 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 75 | 46 | $8 | |
J3489 |
Injection, zoledronic acid, 1 mg | 71 | 19 | $8 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 70 | 45 | $79 | |
J1020 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 20 mg | 70 | 45 | $6 | |
77085 |
Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine including spine fracture assessment | 64 | 64 | $59 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 57 | 17 | $152 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Whittier Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 392. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$611
Transactions
22
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 7 | $142.68 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 1 | $116.15 | |
| Amgen INC. | 6 | $112.98 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 4 | $87.93 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 1 | $64.61 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., INC. | 1 | $41.99 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $25.34 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $19.45 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,208
Patients
1,141
Total drug cost
$800,596
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 528 | 198 | $8,579 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 495 | 178 | $30,115 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 378 | 154 | $18,000 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 324 | 134 | $3,977 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 211 | 75 | $36,474 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 207 | 68 | $4,588 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 195 | 73 | $12,747 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 179 | 51 | $17,070 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 176 | 55 | $12,692 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 100 | 20 | $2,163 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Gilbert Gelfand's medical specialty?
Dr. Gilbert Gelfand practices Rheumatology Physician in Whittier, CA.
Where does Dr. Gilbert Gelfand practice?
Dr. Gilbert Gelfand practices at 12456 Washington Blvd, Whittier, CA 906021005. Office phone: 5627586600.
What is Dr. Gilbert Gelfand's NPI?
Dr. Gilbert Gelfand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942247580, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Gilbert Gelfand accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Gilbert Gelfand accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Gilbert Gelfand commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, denosumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J0897); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Administration of non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle (HCPCS 96401). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.