DAVID SETH KAUVAR MD
NPI 1144210626
Surgery - Vascular Surgery in Palo Alto, CA

Active since October 25, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.11/100
CMS Quality Rating
300 PASTEUR DR, PALO ALTO, CA 94305(650) 723-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 29, 2024, Oct 27, 2023, Apr 26, 2022 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2020).

About David Seth Kauvar Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DAVID SETH KAUVAR MD (NPI 1144210626) is an individual vascular surgery provider in Palo Alto, California, licensed in California (C188080) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of Med (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144210626
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0129X
Provider Legal NameDAVID SETH KAUVARCredential: MD
Location Address300 PASTEUR DRPalo Alto, CA 94305-2200
Mailing Address300 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304-2203 · (650) 723-4000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of MedGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateOctober 25, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 20246 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 29, 2024
NPI 1144210626 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgery · Vascular SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0129X
Licenses Licensed in CA · C188080 Licensed in WA · MD61000627 Licensed in UT · 7290038-1205 Licensed in CO · DR.0067884
Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of surgical disorders of the blood vessels, excluding the intracranial vessels or the heart.
300 PASTEUR DR, Palo Alto, CA 94305

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

David Seth Kauvar Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2365665528
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230811000975
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
123 services91 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
50 services26 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
39 services39 patients
Ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries 93922
An ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your arteries. It helps in checking blood flow, identifying blockages, or detecting other abnormalities in your arteries.
31 services28 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
30 services27 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
26 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94305 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$106.47 typical visit price
range $70.37 – $206.04
Typical copayment $26.61 (range $17.59 – $51.51)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$86.56 typical visit price
range $23.96 – $169.60
Typical copayment $21.64 (range $5.99 – $42.40)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

91.11/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality90.23
Promoting Interoperability88
Improvement Activities40
Cost73.49

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
300 PASTEUR DR, ALWAY BUILD M211, MC 5187
STANFORD, CA 94305
Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Nurse Practitioner
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Neurological Surgery
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
300 PASTEUR DR, LANE 235
STANFORD, CA 94305
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
300 PASTEUR DR
STANFORD, CA 94305

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is David Kauvar's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Kauvar is 1144210626. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 25, 2005.

Where is David Kauvar located?

David Kauvar practices at 300 Pasteur Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94305. The listed phone number is (650) 723-4000.

What is David Kauvar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Vascular Surgery, with taxonomy code 2086S0129X.

Is David Kauvar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Kauvar is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does David Kauvar accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list David Kauvar as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Kauvar was last updated on April 29, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.