David Brian Karpf, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
David Brian Karpf is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Santa Cruz, CA with over 46 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
David Brian Karpf, M.D. runs an independent endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism specialist practice in Santa Cruz, CA. A University of California, San Diego School of Medicine graduate since 1980, he brings 46+ years of experience. Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, and more. CMS MIPS quality score: 76.5/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 30% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 759dNPPES updated 2024-04-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
120 Harmony Ct, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-3473
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202376.5/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-7.1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
14
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
15
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
67
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $43k
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.
$219 received from industry
3 transactions 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 David Brian Karpf's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1980
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
Board certified · Apr 24, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
46 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Education & Training
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine (Class of 1980)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 200034
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With David Brian Karpf
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David Brian Karpf for follow-ups, medication reviews, and ongoing care — no travel to Santa Cruz 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 Brian Karpf
NPI records show Dr. Karpf as active with telehealth listed in Santa Cruz, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (650) 721-1300.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
120 Harmony Ct, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-3473
Mailing Address
120 Harmony Ct, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-3473
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