Michael G Santomauro, M.D
Michael G Santomauro is an Urology specialist based in San Diego, CA with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael G Santomauro, M.D practices as part of a group urologist practice in San Diego, CA. He graduated from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in 2005 and has 21+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 93% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2993dNPPES updated 2018-03-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
5555 Reservoir Dr Ste 203, San Diego, CA 92120-5115
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 93% of doctors in California on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Top 7% of MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better7.12%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+2 pts)
7.12% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
474
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
406
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,039
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $539k
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 Diabetes.
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 (+3%) — 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 (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$4.2k received from industry
45 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 Michael G Santomauro's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
21 years in practice
Experienced
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Education & Training
Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University (Class of 2005)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190011
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Urology Care With Michael G Santomauro
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael G Santomauro for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to San Diego 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 Michael G Santomauro
Dr. Santomauro is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in San Diego, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (619) 326-2626.
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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Practice Location
5555 Reservoir Dr Ste 203, San Diego, CA 92120-5115
Mailing Address
5555 Reservoir Dr Ste 203, San Diego, CA 92120-5115
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