Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Leon Kavaler, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · New York, NY
- NPI 1720015837
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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68 E 86Th St
New York, NY 100281012
(212) 535-1845
fax (212) 861-6285
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #183409
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1720015837. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
747
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$116,863
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 211 | 172 | $146 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 140 | 140 | $129 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 110 | 110 | $114 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 107 | 107 | $278 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 90 | 86 | $109 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 65 | 65 | $205 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 24 | 22 | $104 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 165 peers in this city , average services per provider: 69. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$594
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 2 | $289.29 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $150.00 | |
| Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC | 1 | $139.02 | |
| STERIS CORPORATION | 1 | $15.64 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
364
Patients
119
Total drug cost
$58,164
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 170 | 57 | $1,558 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 106 | 35 | $1,534 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 29 | 27 | $5,107 |
| Creon (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $44,310 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 19 | 0 | $177 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 15 | 0 | $5,479 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Leon Kavaler's medical specialty?
Dr. Leon Kavaler practices Gastroenterology Physician in New York, NY.
Where does Dr. Leon Kavaler practice?
Dr. Leon Kavaler practices at 68 E 86Th St, New York, NY 100281012. Office phone: 2125351845.
What is Dr. Leon Kavaler's NPI?
Dr. Leon Kavaler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720015837, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Leon Kavaler accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Leon Kavaler accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Leon Kavaler commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.