Mukul Gupta, M.D.
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Mukul Gupta is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Santa Barbara, CA with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 32 years in internal medicine, Mukul Gupta, M.D. is a long-established medical oncology internal medicine specialist in Santa Barbara. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 32 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and cancer.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 34% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 131dNPPES updated 2026-01-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
540 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105-4230
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.6%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.5 pts)
2.6% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
576
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
202
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,115
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.45M
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 Cancer.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 (-1%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — 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
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$737 received from industry
29 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 Mukul Gupta's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jan 12, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Mailing address
Po Box 276004, Sacramento, CA 95827-6004
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190144
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mukul Gupta for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations — no travel to Santa Barbara 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 Mukul Gupta
NPI records show Dr. Gupta as active with telehealth listed in Santa Barbara, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (805) 879-0670.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Mukul Gupta
Practice Location
540 W Pueblo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105-4230
Mailing Address
Po Box 276004, Sacramento, CA 95827-6004
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