Carl Nordstrom, M.D.
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Carl Nordstrom is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Santa Monica, CA with over 17 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across CA can see Carl Nordstrom, M.D. in person in Santa Monica or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been practicing since 2009 — over 17 years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 86.1/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 62% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1223 16th St Ste 3100, Santa Monica, CA 90404-1275
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in California.
MIPS Score
202386.1/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better76.1%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
421
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
319
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
937
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $200k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$22 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Carl Nordstrom's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
17 years in practice
Experienced
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Mailing address
8700 Beverly Blvd Rm 5512, West Hollywood, CA 90048-1804
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190160
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Carl Nordstrom
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Carl Nordstrom for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Santa Monica required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carl Nordstrom
NPI records show Dr. Nordstrom as active with telehealth listed in Santa Monica, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (310) 582-6240.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Carl Nordstrom
Practice Location
1223 16th St Ste 3100, Santa Monica, CA 90404-1275
Mailing Address
8700 Beverly Blvd Rm 5512, West Hollywood, CA 90048-1804
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