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BRUCE COVNER M.D.
NPI 1720072192
Internal Medicine in La Jolla, CA

Active since August 31, 2005PECOS Enrolled
9850 GENESEE AVE, SUITE 355, LA JOLLA, CA 92037(858) 202-0011(858) 202-0055 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 19, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Bruce Covner M.d. NPPES

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

BRUCE COVNER M.D. (NPI 1720072192) is an individual internal medicine provider in La Jolla, California, licensed in California (G45620) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720072192
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameBRUCE COVNERCredential: M.D.
Location Address9850 GENESEE AVE, SUITE 355La Jolla, CA 92037-1224
Mailing Address9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 355La Jolla, CA 92037-1224 · (858) 202-0011 · Fax (858) 202-0055
Phone(858) 202-0011
Fax(858) 202-0055
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 19, 2010
✔ NPI 1720072192 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 · G45620
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.
9850 GENESEE AVE, La Jolla, CA 92037
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINA92587CA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Bruce Covner M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID1254429087
PECOS Enrollment IDI20071113000236
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Bruce Covner reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Prima Primary Medical Association, Inc
Same address
Internal Medicine
9850 GENESEE AVE, SUITE 355
La Jolla, CA 92037
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
NPI 1023002029 (858) 202-0011
Ximed Hospitalists, Inc.
Same address
Specialist
9850 GENESEE AVE, SUITE 900
La Jolla, CA 92037
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 44 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1831124791 (858) 452-1279

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 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.

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.
204 services106 patients
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.
146 services103 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.
110 services78 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
66 services66 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
53 services53 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.
48 services30 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
$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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers24 claims68 services$6.09 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers11 claims66 services$1.75 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$21.76 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers23 claims23 services$215.72 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 20

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

SUHAIR S. ERIKAT MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
9850 GENESEE AVE, SUITE 970
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 558-2731
DR. MARK C ADRIAN M.D.
Internal Medicine
9850 GENESEE AVE, SUITE 355
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 202-0011
RICHARD A.K. CHAFFOO, A PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION
Plastic Surgery
9850 GENESEE AVE, SUITE 330
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 623-6333
MRS. KATHLEEN DYKES YOUNG MS
Clinical Exercise Physiologist
9850 GENESEE AVE, SUITE 730
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 847-5064
YEVHENIYA KHROBUST FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
9850 GENESEE AVE
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 554-9100
DR. PAMILA K. BRAR M.D.
Internal Medicine
9850 GENESEE AVE, STE 570
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 200-3007
PRIMA PRIMARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, INC
Internal Medicine
9850 GENESEE AVE, SUITE 355
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 202-0011
MAHMOOD MAHDAVI M.D.
Otolaryngology
9850 GENESEE AVE, STE 710
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
San Diego County (858) 458-9955

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 Bruce Covner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bruce Covner is 1720072192. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2005.

Where is Bruce Covner located?

Bruce Covner practices at 9850 Genesee Ave Suite 355, La Jolla, CA 92037. The listed phone number is (858) 202-0011.

What is Bruce Covner's specialty?

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

Is Bruce Covner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bruce Covner is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Bruce Covner's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Bruce Covner reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Prima Primary Medical Association, Inc (La Jolla, CA) and Ximed Hospitalists, Inc. (La Jolla, 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 Bruce Covner'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 Bruce Covner was last updated on May 19, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.