DR. STEVEN TIMOTHY POPPER MD
NPI 1679849012
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Escondido, CA

Q: What is Steven Popper's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steven Popper is 1679849012. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 30, 2012.

Q: What is Steven Popper's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Steven Popper was last updated on April 24, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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 March 30, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

80.15/100

CMS Quality Rating

488 E VALLEY PKWY STE 211, ESCONDIDO, CA 92025(858) 675-3100(760) 489-1246 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 24, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

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About Dr. Steven Timothy Popper Md NPPES

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

DR. STEVEN TIMOTHY POPPER MD (NPI 1679849012) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Escondido, California, licensed in California (A130275) and active in the NPI registry since March 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1679849012

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X

Provider Legal NameDR. STEVEN TIMOTHY POPPERCredential: MD

Location Address488 E VALLEY PKWY STE 211Escondido, CA 92025-3370

Mailing Address4077 Fifth Ave # Mer35San Diego, CA 92103-2105

Phone(858) 675-3100

Fax(760) 489-1246

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateMarch 30, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateApril 24, 2018

✔ NPI 1679849012 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RP1001X

License✔ Licensed in CA · A130275

Definition

An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

488 E VALLEY PKWY STE 211, Escondido, CA 92025

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Other Identifiers 1

OtherA130275CA · Ca License

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

Dr. Steven Timothy Popper 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 ID9436371606

PECOS Enrollment IDI20170803001150

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 Steven Popper reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Arch Health Partners

2.6 mi

Internal Medicine

2125 CITRACADO PKWY STE 220
Escondido, CA 92029

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

NPI 1295329787 (760) 489-1458

Palomar Hospitalist Medical Group, Inc

2.6 mi

Hospitalist

2185 CITRACADO PKWY
Escondido, CA 92029

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

NPI 1801466826 (310) 321-0143

Palomar Intensivist Medical Group, Inc

2.6 mi

Critical Care Medicine

2185 CITRACADO PKWY
Escondido, CA 92029

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

NPI 1821669698 (310) 321-0143

Scripps Health Inpatient Providers Medical Group Inc.

19 mi

Multi-Specialty

9888 GENESEE AVE
La Jolla, CA 92037

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

NPI 1699043000 (858) 626-4123

County Of Los Angeles

75 mi

Public Health, State or Local

750 S PARK AVE
Pomona, CA 91766

Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
1,939 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1649464496 (909) 868-0235

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 14

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.

274 services165 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.

136 services118 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.

111 services51 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

100 services54 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.

81 services75 patients

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.

64 services61 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.

56 services56 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.

53 services51 patients

X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046

A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.

27 services23 patients

Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613

Albuterol is a medication used to treat breathing problems. It is administered as an inhalation solution through a device called DME (Durable Medical Equipment). The solution is FDA-approved and non-compounded. Each unit dose contains 1 mg of the medicine.

24 services24 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

22 services20 patients

Test to determine lung volumes using gas dilution or washout 94727

This test measures lung volumes by either diluting or washing out a known amount of gas in your lungs. You'll breathe in a harmless gas, then exhale. The exhaled air is analyzed to assess your lung capacity and function.

18 services18 patients

Irrigation and suction of lung airways to obtain cells using an endoscope 31624

This is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope is inserted through your mouth into the lungs. A small amount of saline is then introduced to wash the airways. The fluid, along with cells from the lung, is suctioned back for analysis.

11 services11 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92025 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

$108.42 typical visit price

range $20.62 – $151.42

Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)

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.

80.15/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

69.01

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 26

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

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers45 claims45 services$32.02 avg. paid by Medicare

Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers26 claims49 services$1.32 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers20 claims20 services$74.53 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

1 supplier24 claims51 services$27.67 avg. paid by Medicare

Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers22 claims120 services$14.62 avg. paid by Medicare

Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

1 supplier25 claims122 services$12.68 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers58 claims58 services$45.56 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers51 claims51 services$16.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers28 claims28 services$10.78 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers82 claims363 services$1.60 avg. paid by Medicare

Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each A7046

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers19 claims19 services$11.24 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

2 suppliers24 claims28 services$14.83 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

3 suppliers54 claims54 services$776.02 avg. paid by Medicare

Respiratory assist device, bi-level pressure capability, without backup rate feature, used with noninvasive interface, e.g., nasal or facial mask (intermittent assist device with continuous positive airway pressure device) E0470

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers34 claims34 services$75.58 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers14 claims14 services$114.00 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

4 suppliers132 claims132 services$2.60 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

2 suppliers98 claims98 services$25.70 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

8 suppliers217 claims218 services$59.95 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

9 suppliers149 claims151 services$30.75 avg. paid by Medicare

Formoterol fumarate, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 20 micrograms J7606

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

2 suppliers20 claims1,200 services$6.33 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

6 suppliers15 claims1,901 services$0.04 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme J7620

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

6 suppliers27 claims1,980 services$0.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Budesonide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, up to 0.5 mg J7626

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG000N

7 suppliers26 claims1,935 services$0.80 avg. paid by Medicare

Ipratropium bromide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, per milligram J7644

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

3 suppliers18 claims952 services$0.16 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 supplier12 claims12 services$32.04 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

13 suppliers58 claims58 services$25.58 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

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

ROBERT T. REICHMAN, M.D.

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)

488 E VALLEY PKWY STE 211
ESCONDIDO, CA 92025

San Diego County (760) 740-9550

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 Steven Popper's NPI number?

The NPI number for Steven Popper is 1679849012. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 30, 2012.

Where is Steven Popper located?

Steven Popper practices at 488 E Valley Pkwy Ste 211, Escondido, CA 92025. The listed phone number is (858) 675-3100.

What is Steven Popper's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Steven Popper enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Steven Popper 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 Steven Popper's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Steven Popper reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Arch Health Partners (Escondido, CA), Palomar Hospitalist Medical Group, Inc (Escondido, CA), Palomar Intensivist Medical Group, Inc (Escondido, CA), Scripps Health Inpatient Providers Medical Group Inc. (La Jolla, CA) and County Of Los Angeles (Pomona, 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 Steven Popper'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 Steven Popper was last updated on April 24, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.