KENNETH D. KUSHNER M.D.
NPI 1518967702
Surgery in Mission Viejo, CA

Q: What is Kenneth Kushner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kenneth Kushner is 1518967702. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 28, 2005.

Q: What is Kenneth Kushner's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kenneth Kushner was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.

Active since July 28, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

26732 CROWN VALLEY PKWY, SUITE 351, MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691(949) 364-1007(949) 364-0317 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

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About Kenneth D. Kushner M.d. NPPES

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

KENNETH D. KUSHNER M.D. (NPI 1518967702) is an individual surgery provider in Mission Viejo, California, licensed in California (G47729) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of New York Medical College (1981).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518967702

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameKENNETH D. KUSHNERCredential: M.D.

Location Address26732 CROWN VALLEY PKWY, SUITE 351Mission Viejo, CA 92691-6306

Mailing Address26732 Crown Valley Pkwy, Suite 351Mission Viejo, CA 92691-6306 · (949) 364-1007 · Fax (949) 364-0317

Phone(949) 364-1007

Fax(949) 364-0317

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 1981

Enumeration DateJuly 28, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026

✔ NPI 1518967702 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

License✔ Licensed in CA · G47729

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

26732 CROWN VALLEY PKWY, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

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Other Identifiers 1

OtherWG47729ACA · Pin

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

Kenneth D. Kushner M.d. 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 ID3870618598

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100917000167

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

Medicare enrollment records show Kenneth Kushner reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Oc Trauma Inc

Same address

Trauma Surgery

26732 CROWN VALLEY PKWY STE 440
Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
28 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1720516628 (949) 364-1007

South Orange County Surgical Medical Group, Inc.

4.1 mi

Surgery

24411 HEALTH CENTER DR, SUITE 350
Laguna Hills, CA 92653

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
22 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1407860844 (949) 457-7900

Baromedical Physician Associates Medical Group

16 mi

Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine

720 N TUSTIN AVE, SUITE 100
Santa Ana, CA 92705

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
21 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1164569463 (714) 973-8777

Robert Marriott Medical Corp

49 mi

Surgery

222 N PACIFIC COAST HWY STE 2175
El Segundo, CA 90245

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
53 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1083883938 (877) 878-3289

Medamerica Physician Solutions PC

388 mi

Clinic/Center

112 LA CASA VIA STE 135
Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
27 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1487237111 (925) 471-4291

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 9

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.

Application of vein wound compression bandages on lower leg, ankle, and foot 29581

Compression bandages are applied to your lower leg, ankle, and foot to promote healing of vein wounds. The bandages apply pressure to improve blood flow, reduce swelling, and accelerate wound healing. It's a safe, non-invasive treatment.

94 services13 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.

91 services84 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

53 services48 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.

51 services24 patients

Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen 76705

A limited ultrasound scan of the abdomen is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses sound waves to produce images of the abdominal organs such as the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys. This helps to identify any abnormalities or issues.

17 services17 patients

Limited ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity 76775

A limited ultrasound scan behind the abdominal cavity is a non-invasive imaging method that helps visualize structures in the back of your abdomen. This procedure uses sound waves to create pictures of these areas, assisting in diagnosing certain conditions.

17 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92691 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

$96.36 typical visit price

range $62.96 – $187.60

Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$77.96 typical visit price

range $20.84 – $153.61

Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)

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.

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. ELEONORE ZETRENNE MD

Specialist

26732 CROWN VALLEY PKWY, SUITE 585
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691

Orange County (949) 364-1010

MELVIN K AKAZAWA MD INC

Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)

26732 CROWN VALLEY PKWY, SUITE 381
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691

Orange County (949) 364-2150

MISSION CHILDREN'S MEDICAL GROUP, INC

Pediatrics

26732 CROWN VALLEY PKWY, STE 571
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691

Orange County (949) 364-8700

DR. VICTOR V CACHIA DPM

Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)

26732 CROWN VALLEY PKWY, 317
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691

Orange County (949) 364-2525

MRS. HEATHER LAN-PHUONG NGUYEN

Technician/Technologist

26732 CROWN VALLEY PKWY
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691

Orange County (949) 364-1400

ALEXANDER TAGHVA, M.D., INC.

Neurological Surgery

26732 CROWN VALLEY PKWY, SUITE 541
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691

Orange County (949) 388-7190

GLENDA S ROGERS RN

Registered Nurse

26732 CROWN VALLEY PKWY, SUITE 351
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691

Orange County (949) 364-1007

NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY MEDICAL ASSOCIATES INC

Neurological Surgery

26732 CROWN VALLEY PKWY, SUITE 561
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691

Orange County (949) 364-1060

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 Kenneth Kushner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kenneth Kushner is 1518967702. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 28, 2005.

Where is Kenneth Kushner located?

Kenneth Kushner practices at 26732 Crown Valley Pkwy Suite 351, Mission Viejo, CA 92691. The listed phone number is (949) 364-1007.

What is Kenneth Kushner's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Kenneth Kushner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kenneth Kushner 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 Kenneth Kushner's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Kenneth Kushner reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Oc Trauma Inc (Mission Viejo, CA), South Orange County Surgical Medical Group, Inc. (Laguna Hills, CA), Baromedical Physician Associates Medical Group (Santa Ana, CA), Robert Marriott Medical Corp (El Segundo, CA) and Medamerica Physician Solutions PC (Walnut Creek, CA). 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 Kenneth Kushner's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kenneth Kushner was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.