DR. DENNIS L. COSTELLO M.D.
NPI 1679584551
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in La Jolla, CA

Q: What is Dennis Costello's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dennis Costello is 1679584551. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 10, 2006.

Q: What is Dennis Costello's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dennis Costello was last updated on April 10, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.

Active since August 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 05D0567227 · Waiver

9850 GENESEE AVE STE 430, LA JOLLA, CA 92037(858) 450-3388(858) 450-3157 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 10, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Dr. Dennis L. Costello M.d. NPPES

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

DR. DENNIS L. COSTELLO M.D. (NPI 1679584551) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in La Jolla, California, licensed in California (G33998) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through September 25, 2027, and is a graduate of Tufts University School Of Medicine (1972).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679584551

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X

Provider Legal NameDR. DENNIS L. COSTELLOCredential: M.D.

Location Address9850 GENESEE AVE STE 430La Jolla, CA 92037-1212

Mailing Address9850 Genesee Ave Ste 430La Jolla, CA 92037-1212 · (858) 450-3388 · Fax (858) 450-3157

Phone(858) 450-3388

Fax(858) 450-3157

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSTufts University School Of MedicineGraduated 1972

Enumeration DateAugust 10, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateApril 10, 2023

NPPES CertifiedApril 10, 2023

✔ NPI 1679584551 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RC0000X

License✔ Licensed in CA · G33998

Definition

An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.

9850 GENESEE AVE STE 430, La Jolla, CA 92037

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00G339980CA

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. Dennis L. Costello 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 ID5193615011

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040316000833

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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 05D0567227

Dennis L Costello MD · La Jolla, CA

Active · expires Sep 25, 2027

CLIA Number05D0567227

Laboratory TypePhysician Office

Certificate Effective DateSeptember 26, 2025

Certificate Expiration DateSeptember 25, 2027

Laboratory DirectorDennis L. Costello

Laboratory Phone(858) 450-3388

Laboratory LocationDennis L Costello MD9850 Genesee Ste 430, La Jolla, CA 92037

CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Phone

This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

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.

236 services132 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.

180 services125 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

115 services111 patients

Technetium tc-99m sestamibi, diagnostic, per study dose A9500

Technetium Tc-99m Sestamibi is a diagnostic test used to create images of your heart or breast tissues. It involves a safe radioactive substance injection that helps doctors to detect any abnormalities or changes in these tissues.

56 services28 patients

Injection, regadenoson, 0.1 mg J2785

Regadenoson injection, 0.1 mg, is a medication used to help visualize the heart during a stress test. It works by increasing blood flow in the arteries of the heart. It's injected into a vein and is generally well-tolerated.

56 services14 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision and review by physician 93015

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure performed by a doctor to assess how your heart responds to exertion. It involves monitoring your heart's electrical activity while you exercise or after medication is given to mimic exercise effects.

42 services42 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92037 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

$140.22 typical visit price

range $62.10 – $184.71

Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$76.87 typical visit price

range $20.62 – $151.42

Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)

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.

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 Dennis Costello's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dennis Costello is 1679584551. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 10, 2006.

Where is Dennis Costello located?

Dennis Costello practices at 9850 Genesee Ave Ste 430, La Jolla, CA 92037. The listed phone number is (858) 450-3388.

What is Dennis Costello's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Dennis Costello enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dennis Costello 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.

Does Dennis Costello hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 05D0567227) is associated with this NPI, valid through September 25, 2027. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dennis Costello was last updated on April 10, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.