DR. JAMES L KWAKO MD
NPI 1396784567
Family Medicine in Santa Barbara, CA

Active since June 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
14.27/100
CMS Quality Rating
1805 E CABRILLO BLVD, SUITE D, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108(805) 565-3959 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 12, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. James L Kwako Md NPPES

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

DR. JAMES L KWAKO MD (NPI 1396784567) is an individual family medicine provider in Santa Barbara, California, licensed in California (C37727) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine (1973).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396784567
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES L KWAKOCredential: MD
Location Address1805 E CABRILLO BLVD, SUITE DSanta Barbara, CA 93108-2884
Mailing Address1805 E Cabrillo Blvd, Suite DSanta Barbara, CA 93108-2884 · (805) 565-3959
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Dakota School Of MedicineGraduated 1973
Enumeration DateJune 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 12, 2009
NPI 1396784567 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in CA · C37727
Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

1805 E CABRILLO BLVD, Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)James L Kwako Md

Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINA36743
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedC37727

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. James L Kwako 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 ID6901806785
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061228000453
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 7

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 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.
804 services377 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442
This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
623 services248 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.
575 services253 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
169 services113 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
69 services69 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
35 services34 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93108 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
$94.71 typical visit price
range $62.01 – $184.40
Typical copayment $23.67 (range $15.50 – $46.10)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$108.26 typical visit price
range $20.60 – $151.20
Typical copayment $27.06 (range $5.15 – $37.80)
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.

14.27/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0
Cost47.59

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Urinary catheter anchoring device, leg strap, each A4334
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$4.36 avg. paid by Medicare
Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each A4357
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier12 claims24 services$8.59 avg. paid by Medicare
Urinary drainage bag, leg or abdomen, vinyl, with or without tube, with straps, each A4358
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier13 claims23 services$5.76 avg. paid by Medicare
Lubricant, per ounce A4402
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
1 supplier12 claims48 services$1.41 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier18 claims18 services$78.98 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier18 claims18 services$31.02 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

Internal Medicine
1805 E CABRILLO BLVD, SUITE C
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108
Family Medicine
1805 E CABRILLO BLVD, SUITE D
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108
Nurse Practitioner (Women's Health)
1805 E CABRILLO BLVD
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108
Acupuncturist
1805 E CABRILLO BLVD, STE E
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108
Specialist
1805 E CABRILLO BLVD, STE C
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108

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 James Kwako's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Kwako is 1396784567. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 5, 2006. The provider is also known as James L Kwako MD.

Where is James Kwako located?

James Kwako practices at 1805 E Cabrillo Blvd Suite D, Santa Barbara, CA 93108. The listed phone number is (805) 565-3959.

What is James Kwako's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is James Kwako enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Kwako 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 James Kwako was last updated on May 12, 2009. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.