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DAVID ELIAS PHILIPPIDES MD
NPI 1427677186
Internal Medicine in Santa Barbara, CA

Active since April 13, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
400 W PUEBLO ST, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105(805) 879-8160(805) 225-6231 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 27, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 27, 2026, Mar 16, 2023, Apr 13, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About David Elias Philippides Md NPPES

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

DAVID ELIAS PHILIPPIDES MD (NPI 1427677186) is an individual internal medicine provider in Santa Barbara, California, licensed in California (A204931) and active in the NPI registry since April 2020. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Spartanburg Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427677186
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDAVID ELIAS PHILIPPIDESCredential: MD
Location Address400 W PUEBLO STSanta Barbara, CA 93105-4353
Mailing AddressPo Box 689Santa Barbara, CA 93102-0689 · (805) 879-8160 · Fax (805) 225-6231
Phone(805) 879-8160
Fax(805) 225-6231
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateApril 13, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 27, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 27, 2026
✔ NPI 1427677186 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 · A204931
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.
400 W PUEBLO ST, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of North Carolina.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

David Elias Philippides 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 ID5799139481
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230928004000, I20260506003953
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show David Philippides reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Cottage Medical Foundation
0.1 mi
Clinic/Center
400 W PUEBLO ST
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 157 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1770352130 (805) 682-7111
Spartanburg Medical Center
2,108 mi
Family Medicine
135 BOTANICAL CIR
Travelers Rest, SC 29690
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 754 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1477938777 (864) 849-9210
Pelham Medical Center
2,124 mi
Internal Medicine
250 WESTMORELAND RD
Greer, SC 29651
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 313 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1245496983 (864) 560-6619

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
207 services202 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
28 services28 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Spartanburg Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Spartanburg, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number420007
Location101 E Wood StSpartanburg, SC 29303 · Spartanburg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cherokee Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Gaffney, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number420043
Location1530 N Limestone StGaffney, SC 29340 · Cherokee County
Emergency services

Pelham Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Greer, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number420103
Location250 Westmoreland RoadGreer, SC 29651 · Greenville County
Emergency services

Union Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Union, SC
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number420108
Location322 West South StreetUnion, SC 29379 · Union County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93105 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
$139.99 typical visit price
range $62.01 – $184.40
Typical copayment $34.99 (range $15.50 – $46.10)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

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.

DR. JENNA EVE HOLMEN M.D.
Pediatrics (Pediatric Infectious Diseases)
400 W PUEBLO ST
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105
Santa Barbara County (805) 682-7111
ANASTASIA EMAD IBRAHIM MALEK DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
400 W PUEBLO ST
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105
Santa Barbara County (805) 682-7111
DR. CHRISTOPHER DOUGLAS KUZMINSKI M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
400 W PUEBLO ST
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105
Santa Barbara County (805) 682-7111
YANA DAVIDOVNA GRISTAN MD
Internal Medicine
400 W PUEBLO ST
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105
Santa Barbara County (805) 563-7010
ANTHONY CATALANO MD
Emergency Medicine
400 W PUEBLO ST
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105
Santa Barbara County (805) 682-7111
LAUREN MIRANDA-CACDAC
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
400 W PUEBLO ST
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105
Santa Barbara County (805) 682-7111
DR. ALTHEA MAHILINI MAHESAN MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
400 W PUEBLO ST
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105
Santa Barbara County (805) 569-7315
DR. EMILY GRAEME WATERHOUSE MD
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
400 W PUEBLO ST
SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105
Santa Barbara County (805) 569-7367

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 Philippides's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Philippides is 1427677186. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 13, 2020.

Where is David Philippides located?

David Philippides practices at 400 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. The listed phone number is (805) 879-8160.

What is David Philippides's specialty?

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

Is David Philippides enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Philippides 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for David Philippides's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), David Philippides reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Cottage Medical Foundation (Santa Barbara, CA), Spartanburg Medical Center (Travelers Rest, SC) and Pelham Medical Center (Greer, SC). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for David Philippides's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does David Philippides accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care and Ambetter of North Carolina list David Philippides 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.

Is David Philippides affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, David Philippides is affiliated with Spartanburg Medical Center, Cherokee Medical Center, Pelham Medical Center and Union Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Philippides was last updated on August 27, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 57 days 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.