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Dr. David Samara, MD
Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician (CMS: Geriatric Medicine) · General Practice Physician · Jacksonville, FL
- NPI 1679513477
- Accepts Medicare
- 56 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
6555 Chester Ave Ste 1
Jacksonville, FL 322172279
(904) 309-6504
fax (904) 503-3577
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 8, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1970 — 56 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207QG0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #ME31637
- Medicaid
- FL #059539000
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679513477. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
995
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$75,693
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 803 | 317 | $73 | |
99308 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes | 30 | 29 | $73 | |
G0179 |
Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a | 30 | 13 | $40 | |
99304 |
Initial nursing facility care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 28 | 26 | $80 | |
99348 |
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 20 | 13 | $75 | |
G0180 |
Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and | 18 | 18 | $51 | |
99304 |
Initial nursing facility care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 16 | 16 | $79 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 14 | 14 | $180 | |
99305 |
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 13 | 13 | $132 | |
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 12 | 12 | $106 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 90. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
11,573
Patients
987
Total drug cost
$340,352
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 1,580 | 125 | $16,482 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 1,152 | 111 | $14,632 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 915 | 82 | $5,881 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 890 | 66 | $9,722 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 838 | 71 | $29,912 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 741 | 64 | $6,080 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 724 | 65 | $3,912 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 672 | 52 | $186,255 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 626 | 45 | $4,984 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 615 | 55 | $3,811 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. David Samara's medical specialty?
Dr. David Samara practices Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician in Jacksonville, FL.
Where does Dr. David Samara practice?
Dr. David Samara practices at 6555 Chester Ave Ste 1, Jacksonville, FL 322172279. Office phone: 9043096504.
What is Dr. David Samara's NPI?
Dr. David Samara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679513477, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. David Samara accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. David Samara accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. David Samara commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99308); Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99308); Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a (HCPCS G0179). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.