David Jacob Hermel, MD

Hematology & Oncology

Internal Medicine

David Jacob Hermel is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in La Jolla, CA with over 10 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: GERIATRIC MEDICINE, INTERNAL MEDICINE

(858) 554-8788La Jolla, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across CA can see David Jacob Hermel, MD in person in La Jolla or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Vermont College of Medicine (class of 2016), he has been practicing for over 10 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

1 of 796 Internal Medicine providers in CASee all Internal Medicine in La Jolla10+ years experienceNPI since 2016

Older · 1445dNPPES updated 2022-06-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037-1035

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

72%

California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-10.8 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

832

Unique beneficiaries

High volume

Prescription Recipients

203

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

939

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $2.22M

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+1%)71%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+1%)71%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+4%)53%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
30%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%
Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-3%)29%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Cancer
Higher than avg (+6%)27%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+8%)26%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$7.8k received from industry

101 transactions reported in 2024 ·High tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 David Jacob Hermel's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2016

    University of Vermont College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jun 8, 2022

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 10 years in practice

    Established

Internal MedicineHematology & Oncology in La JollaAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

Taxonomy: 207RH0003X

Education & Training

University of Vermont College of Medicine (Class of 2016)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

10790 Rancho Bernardo Rd # 4s-205, San Diego, CA 92127-5705

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 190088

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Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With David Jacob Hermel

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with David Jacob Hermel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to La Jolla 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 David Jacob Hermel

NPI records show Dr. Hermel as active with telehealth listed in La Jolla, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (858) 554-8788.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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