DR. GRETCHEN KUNITZ MD
NPI 1144406273
Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, CA

Active since January 18, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.73/100
CMS Quality Rating
2621 SHADELANDS DRIVE, WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598(925) 947-0417 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 18, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Gretchen Kunitz Md NPPES

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

DR. GRETCHEN KUNITZ MD (NPI 1144406273) is an individual internal medicine provider in Walnut Creek, California, licensed in California (G47367) and active in the NPI registry since January 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144406273
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GRETCHEN KUNITZCredential: MD
Location Address2621 SHADELANDS DRIVEWalnut Creek, CA 94598
Mailing Address2621 Shadelands DriveWalnut Creek, CA 94598 · (925) 947-0417
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateJanuary 18, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJune 18, 2015
NPI 1144406273 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in CA · G47367
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
2621 SHADELANDS DRIVE, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

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

Dr. Gretchen Kunitz 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 ID7416193800
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130409000028
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 3

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.

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
44 services44 patients
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.
43 services41 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
39 services35 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94598 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
$153.83 typical visit price
range $69.00 – $202.35
Typical copayment $38.45 (range $17.25 – $50.58)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$119.48 typical visit price
range $23.44 – $166.46
Typical copayment $29.87 (range $5.86 – $41.61)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

85.73/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality82.68
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40
Cost70.58

Reported Quality Measures

Appropriate Use of DXA Scans in Women Under 65 Years Who Do Not Meet the Risk Factor Profile for Osteoporotic Fracture
Lower rates are better for this measure.
26%35 patients
Breast Cancer Screening
92%170 patients4/55-star benchmark: 93%
Cervical Cancer Screening
87%180 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
84%274 patients4/55-star benchmark: 88%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
59%125 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
87%575 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
77%222 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
HIV Screening
44%290 patients3/55-star benchmark: 60%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
52%406 patients3/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
65%320 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients screened: 94% · 196 patients
92%196 patients
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
100%161 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
74%123 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

Family Medicine
2621 SHADELANDS DRIVE
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Internal Medicine
2621 SHADELANDS DRIVE
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Family Medicine
2621 SHADELANDS DRIVE
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Internal Medicine
2621 SHADELANDS DRIVE
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Family Medicine
2621 SHADELANDS DRIVE
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Internal Medicine
2621 SHADELANDS DRIVE
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Family Medicine
2621 SHADELANDS DRIVE
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598

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 Gretchen Kunitz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gretchen Kunitz is 1144406273. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 18, 2008.

Where is Gretchen Kunitz located?

Gretchen Kunitz practices at 2621 Shadelands Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598. The listed phone number is (925) 947-0417.

What is Gretchen Kunitz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Gretchen Kunitz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gretchen Kunitz 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gretchen Kunitz was last updated on June 18, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.