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2026 NPPES data Acupuncturist NPI 1801971338 ND, LAC
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Acupuncturist in Santa Barbara, California.
This profile is drawn from the federal National Provider Identifier Registry (CMS NPPES), which lists more than 7 million U.S. healthcare providers - including 33,339 in Acupuncturist, and covers specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare Part D prescribing data when reported. According to CMS, every field reflects the provider's official federal registration, see our methodology.
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Prescribing volume
181
Medicare Part D claims · 33 beneficiaries · Acupuncturist avg: 797
Generic prescribing
85%
generic claims · 15% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File, 2023
What the federal data shows
Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC filed 181 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as an Acupuncturist in Santa Barbara, California, prescribing 85% generic.
- 181
- Part D claims, 2023
- 85%
- generic prescribing
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Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber
Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023, across all CMS prescribers nationally
181 35th percentile higher than 35% of 1,370,886 prescribers
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
What does the federal data show about Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC?
Quality data not reportedPrimary specialty
Acupuncturist
Medicare Part D claims
181 77% vs specialty avg
Specialty distribution in California
How Acupuncturist compares to other specialties among California providers
Board certification
Not published by CMS
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How MIPS and board certification work
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.
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Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC appears in the CMS NPPES registry as an Acupuncturist provider holding ND, LAC credentials at 34 E SOLA ST STE 1, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, with a listed phone of (805) 966-3003. NPI 1801971338 was issued on 10/25/2006.
Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 181 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 33 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $7K in drug spend, split 15% brand-name and 85% generic by claim count.
Acupuncturist is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 33,339 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 797 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
Provider Details
| NPI | 1801971338 |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Acupuncturist |
| Credentials | ND, LAC |
| Gender | Male |
| NPI Issued | 10/25/2006 |
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 Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC. To verify Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC'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 · Typical
Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC - brand share 15.0%
Acupuncturist average
15% brand-name claims vs 85% generic, on 181 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.
181
Total Claims
$7K
Total Drug Cost
33
Medicare Beneficiaries
Prescribing Breakdown
- 30-Day Fills
- 471
- Total Day Supply
- 13,899
- Brand vs Generic
- 15% brand / 85% generic
- Brand Drug Cost
- $681
- Generic Drug Cost
- $6K
Patient Demographics
- Average Patient Age
- 71.2 years
- Avg HCC Risk Score
- 0.68
- Gender Split
- 58% female / 42% male
Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.
What Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC prescribes most
Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023
- Levothyroxine Sodium
Levothyroxine Sodium
42 claims
- Liothyronine Sodium
Liothyronine Sodium
31 claims
- Testosterone Cypio…
Testosterone Cypionate
28 claims
- Anastrozole 15
Anastrozole
15 claims
| Drug | Claims |
|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 42 |
| Liothyronine Sodium | 31 |
| Testosterone Cypionate | 28 |
| Anastrozole | 15 |
| Progesterone "Progesterone | N/A |
* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.
Acupuncturist Overview
How Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC fits within the Acupuncturist landscape nationally.
33,339
Acupuncturist Providers in US
55
States with Acupuncturist
797
Avg Claims per Provider
Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC's 181 claims are below the specialty average of 797.
Nearby Acupuncturist Providers in California
Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in California, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as Jacobs.
Zaire Aballi
Culver City, CA
Dr. Blythe Abbey
L.AC
Petaluma, CA
Dr. Victor Abbey
OMD
Santa Monica, CA
Dr. Sierra Abchal
DTCM, LAC
Santa Cruz, CA
Mahdieh Abdollahi
Valley Village, CA
Compare Acupuncturist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC's specialty? ▼
Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC specializes in Acupuncturist and practices in Santa Barbara, California. Credentials: ND, LAC.
How much does Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC prescribe under Medicare Part D? ▼
In 2023, Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC wrote 181 Medicare Part D claims totaling $7K in drug costs for 33 beneficiaries.
Where is Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC located? ▼
Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC is located at 34 E SOLA ST STE 1, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101. Phone: (805) 966-3003.
What is Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC's NPI number? ▼
Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801971338, issued on 10/25/2006.
Does Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs? ▼
Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC's prescribing is 15% brand-name and 85% generic drugs by claim count, with $681 in brand drug costs.
How many Acupuncturist providers are there in the US? ▼
There are 33,339 Acupuncturist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Acupuncturist provider writes 797 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC prescribe most often? ▼
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC's most frequently prescribed drugs include Levothyroxine Sodium, Liothyronine Sodium, Testosterone Cypionate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC accept Medicare? ▼
Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC appears in CMS Medicare data with 181 Part D claims and 33 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC's credentials? ▼
Thaddeus Jacobs, ND, LAC's NPI is 1801971338 with credentials ND, LAC. 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
View source datasets and methodology notes
- 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.
See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.
Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
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