Devinder S. Kumar, MD
Devinder S. Kumar is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in Santa Clarita, CA with over 50 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 50 years in anesthesiology, Devinder S. Kumar, MD is a long-established pain medicine anesthesiology specialist in Santa Clarita. With 50+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Santa Clarita area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 92% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1393dNPPES updated 2022-07-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
23928 Lyons Ave Ste 206, Santa Clarita, CA 91321-2455
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better70.87%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+65.8 pts)
70.87% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better97%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.2 pts)
Top 8% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
469
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
408
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,631
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $171k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.8k received from industry
33 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 Devinder S. Kumar's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jul 29, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
50 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Mailing address
Po Box 801688, Santa Clarita, CA 91380-1688
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 210030
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Pain Medicine Care With Devinder S. Kumar
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Devinder S. Kumar for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Santa Clarita 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 Devinder S. Kumar
NPI records show Dr. Kumar as active with telehealth listed in Santa Clarita, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (661) 257-7500.
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 Devinder S. Kumar
Practice Location
23928 Lyons Ave Ste 206, Santa Clarita, CA 91321-2455
Mailing Address
Po Box 801688, Santa Clarita, CA 91380-1688
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