David William Kidwell, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
David William Kidwell is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Los Angeles, CA with over 43 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
David William Kidwell, M.D. has been part of the Los Angeles medical community since 2009 in group practice. Trained at Indiana University School of Medicine (class of 1983), he has been practicing for over 43 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, anxiety, and schizophrenia (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 79% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6312dNPPES updated 2009-02-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
450 Bauchet St Twin Towers Correctional Facility, Los Angeles, CA 90012-2907
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.2%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.4 pts)
Better than 79% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
74
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
97
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,039
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $678k
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 Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Schizophrenia.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1983
Indiana University School of Medicine
43 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Indiana University School of Medicine (Class of 1983)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190014
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With David William Kidwell
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David William Kidwell for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, follow-up consultations — no travel to Los Angeles 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 William Kidwell
NPI records show Dr. Kidwell as active with telehealth listed in Los Angeles, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (213) 473-6171.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David William Kidwell
Practice Location
450 Bauchet St Twin Towers Correctional Facility, Los Angeles, CA 90012-2907
Mailing Address
450 Bauchet St Twin Towers Correctional Facility, Los Angeles, CA 90012-2907
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