2026 NPPES data Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician NPI 1447270327 M.D.
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DAVID PETERSON, M.D.

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician in SAN JOSE, California. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
209
Medicare Part D claims · 114 beneficiaries · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician avg: 3K
Generic prescribing
64%
generic claims · 36% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

DAVID PETERSON, M.D. filed 209 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician in SAN JOSE, California, prescribing 64% generic.

209
Part D claims, 2023
64%
generic prescribing

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DAVID PETERSON, M.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

209 49th percentile higher than 49% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). This entry sits in this band. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

Board-eligible specialty (heuristic — not verified)

DAVID PETERSON, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty but we don't have enough CMS-participation signals to confirm active board-certified status. Consult CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about DAVID PETERSON, M.D.?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/20/2006

NPI 1447270327

Primary specialty

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician

Mid-sized

7,852 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

209 92% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 2,639

Specialty distribution in California

How Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician compares to other specialties among California providers

California providers

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician share within California

1. Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician share within California

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

DAVID PETERSON, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 393 BLOSSOM HILL RD, SAN JOSE, CA, 95123, with a listed phone of (408) 227-2646. NPI 1447270327 was issued on 07/20/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what PETERSON most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 209 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 114 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $71K in drug spend, split 36% brand-name and 64% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 7,852 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 2,639 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

393 BLOSSOM HILL RD
SAN JOSE, CA 95123

Provider Details

NPI 1447270327
Specialty Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/20/2006

License & disciplinary context — California MBC 2023 annual report

Aggregate state board data only — NOT a determination of any individual provider's status. The figures below describe statewide disciplinary activity across all ~150K California medical licensees in 2023 — they are NOT specific to DAVID PETERSON, M.D.. To verify DAVID PETERSON, M.D.'s current license status, search the MBC public license lookup directly, or check the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) verification service.

576
Total board actions, California 2023
Across 556 cases
3.84
Actions per 1,000 licensees
California statewide rate
probation
Most common action type
186 cases

MBC publishes annual disciplinary statistics as part of public-record reporting under each state's Administrative Procedure Act. See the full breakdown by action type and year on the California disciplinary trends page. Cross-checked against FSMB U.S. Medical Regulatory Trends.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

DAVID PETERSON, M.D. — brand share 36.0%
Specialty average (est.)

36% brand-name claims vs 64% generic, on 209 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

209
Total Claims
$71K
Total Drug Cost
114
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
516
Total Day Supply
15,325
Brand vs Generic
36% brand / 64% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$65K
Generic Drug Cost
$2K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
75.8 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.58
Gender Split
48% female / 52% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Metformin Hcl Er
Metformin Hcl
19
Levothyroxine Sodium
12
Lantus Solostar
"Insulin Glargine
N/A
Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle
"Pen Needle
N/A

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician Overview

How DAVID PETERSON, M.D. fits within the Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician landscape nationally.

7,852
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician Providers in US
54
States with Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician
2,639
Avg Claims per Provider

DAVID PETERSON, M.D.'s 209 claims are below the specialty average of 2,639.

Nearby Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician Providers in California

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in California, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as PETERSON.

Compare Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DAVID PETERSON, M.D.'s specialty?
DAVID PETERSON, M.D. specializes in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician and practices in SAN JOSE, California. Credentials: M.D..
How much does DAVID PETERSON, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, DAVID PETERSON, M.D. wrote 209 Medicare Part D claims totaling $71K in drug costs for 114 beneficiaries.
Where is DAVID PETERSON, M.D. located?
DAVID PETERSON, M.D. is located at 393 BLOSSOM HILL RD, SAN JOSE, CA, 95123. Phone: (408) 227-2646.
What is DAVID PETERSON, M.D.'s NPI number?
DAVID PETERSON, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447270327, issued on 07/20/2006.
Does DAVID PETERSON, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
DAVID PETERSON, M.D.'s prescribing is 36% brand-name and 64% generic drugs by claim count, with $65K in brand drug costs.
How many Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 7,852 Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician providers across 54 states in the US. The average Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider writes 2,639 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does DAVID PETERSON, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, DAVID PETERSON, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Metformin Hcl Er, Levothyroxine Sodium, Lantus Solostar. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does DAVID PETERSON, M.D. accept Medicare?
DAVID PETERSON, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 209 Part D claims and 114 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify DAVID PETERSON, M.D.'s credentials?
DAVID PETERSON, M.D.'s NPI is 1447270327 with credentials M.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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