Scott David Saunders, MD
Scott David Saunders, MD has practiced family medicine for 34+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of California, Geffen School of Medicine in 1992 and has 34+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 50% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2688dNPPES updated 2018-12-26 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
5901 Encina Rd Ste C3, Goleta, CA 93117-2272
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202320.04/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-63.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.9%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California0.9% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
227
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
107
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,326
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $91k
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-25%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — 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 · 1992
David Geffen School of Medicine at Ucla
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of California, Geffen School of Medicine (Class of 1992)
Mailing address
606 Alamo Pintado Rd Ste 3-174, Solvang, CA 93463-2284
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Scott David Saunders
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Scott David Saunders for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Goleta 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 Scott David Saunders
NPI records show Dr. Saunders as active with telehealth listed in Goleta, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (805) 963-1824.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Scott David Saunders
Practice Location
5901 Encina Rd Ste C3, Goleta, CA 93117-2272
Mailing Address
606 Alamo Pintado Rd Ste 3-174, Solvang, CA 93463-2284
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