David Jacob Kaufman, D.O.
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
David Jacob Kaufman is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Irvine, CA with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
David Jacob Kaufman, D.O. practices as part of a group gastroenterologist practice in Irvine, CA. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 28 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 52% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 78% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
18 Endeavor Suite 204, Irvine, CA 92618-3164
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202367.58/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-16 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.63%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California0.63% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.2 pts)
Better than 78% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
678
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
488
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,063
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $326k
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.0k received from industry
53 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Jacob Kaufman's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
28 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
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 191308
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With David Jacob Kaufman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David Jacob Kaufman for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Irvine 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 Kaufman
Dr. Kaufman is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Irvine, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (949) 727-2035.
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 David Jacob Kaufman
Practice Location
18 Endeavor Suite 204, Irvine, CA 92618-3164
Mailing Address
18 Endeavor Suite 204, Irvine, CA 92618-3164
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