Provider Profile
Derek A. Plonka, DPT, MTOM
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Plonka
Listed in the NPI registry as a physical therapist, Derek A. Plonka, DPT, MTOM practices in Santa Monica, CA. Derek is also listed as specializing in acupuncturist. According to Medicare claims data, Derek cared for 209 Medicare patients across 3,009 services. The services billed most often include therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes, therapy procedure using functional activities, and electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas for indication(s) other than wound care, as part of a therapy plan of care.
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Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (310) 453-8668
- Email not available
Practice Locations
1821 WILSHIRE BLVD. SUITE 605
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Conditions Supported and Services
Within Physical Therapy generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Knee pain
- Lower back pain
- Pelvic floor dysfunction
- Post-surgery rehab
- Sports injuries
- Stroke recovery
Back & Spine
- Degenerative disc disease
- Hunchback Deformity
- Spondylolisthesis
Balance & head
- Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo
- Concussion
- Frequent falls
- Temporomandibular joint disorder
Circulation
- Lymphedema Swelling
Foot & ankle
- Achilles Tendon Pain
- Ankle sprain
- Heel pain
- Shin Splints
Foot & Ankle
- Flat Feet
- Neuroma In Foot
Hand & Wrist
- Wrist sprain
Hip & Pelvis
- Sacroiliac joint pain
- Tailbone pain
Joint & muscle
- Diastasis Recti
- Fibromyalgia Pain
- Frozen shoulder
- Golfer's elbow
- Groin Strain
- Hamstring Pull
- Hip osteoarthritis
- IT Band Syndrome
- Lateral hip pain and trochanteric bursitis
- Osteoarthritis
- Shoulder Pain
- Tennis elbow
Joints
- Bursitis
- Hypermobility Syndrome
Knee & Leg
- Muscle strain
- Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Neck & Head
- Stiff neck
Nerve & Spine
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Thoracic outlet syndrome
Nerve issues
- Carpal tunnel
- Pinched nerve
Neurological
- Bell's palsy
- Multiple Sclerosis Mobility Issues
- Parkinson's Mobility Difficulties
Pelvic Health
- Overactive Bladder and Leakage
Shoulder
- Rotator cuff tear
- Shoulder impingement
Spine & neck
- Herniated disc
- Neck pain
- Poor Posture
- Sciatica
- Scoliosis
- Spinal stenosis
- Upper Back Pain
- Whiplash
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- ACL rehab
- Dry needling
- Manual therapy
- Pelvic floor therapy
- Therapeutic exercise
Aquatic Therapy
- Aquatic Joint Decompression
Assessments
- Functional movement screen
Back & Spine
- Spinal Decompression Therapy
Balance & neurological
- Balance Training
- Concussion Rehab
- Epley Maneuver
- Gait Training
- Parkinson's Movement Program
- Vestibular Rehabilitation
Equipment & devices
- Back And Neck Traction
- Cold laser therapy
- E-Stim Therapy
- Shockwave Therapy
- Therapeutic Ultrasound
Evaluation
- Physical Therapy Evaluation
Exercise Therapy
- Flexibility And Mobility Training
Foot & Ankle
- Custom orthotics fitting
General Therapy
- Home Physical Therapy
Hands-on therapies
- Assisted Stretching
- Cupping Therapy
- Joint Mobilization
- Muscle Scraping
- Trigger Point Release
Hands-on Therapy
- Active release technique
- Myofascial release
Mobility & Balance
- Fall Prevention Training
Pain Relief Devices
- Electrical muscle stimulation
Pelvic Health
- Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
- Postpartum Physical Therapy
- Prenatal Physical Therapy
Post-op care
- Hip Replacement Rehab
- Knee Replacement Rehab
- Rotator Cuff Rehab
Prevention & posture
- Ergonomic assessment
- Posture Correction Therapy
Specialized programs
- Aquatic Therapy
- Blood Flow Restriction Training
- Lymphedema Drainage Therapy
- McKenzie Method Treatment
- Running Gait Analysis
- TMJ Physical Therapy
- Work Conditioning Program
Specialized PT
- Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy
- Geriatric Physical Therapy
- Hand therapy
- Neurological Physical Therapy
- Pediatric Physical Therapy
Sports Performance
- Return to sport testing
Support & stabilization
- Crutch And Walker Training
- Kinesio Taping
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
3,009 services · 209 patients · 6 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes | Treatment | 97140 |
1,843 | More than most peers in Physical Therapist |
| Therapy procedure using functional activities | Treatment | 97530 |
984 | More often than most peers in Physical Therapist |
| Test or measurement for functional capacity, each 15 minutes | Treatment | 97750 |
46 | As often as other peers in Physical Therapist |
| Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 30 minutes | Treatment | 97162 |
41 | More often than most peers in Physical Therapist |
| Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes | Treatment | 97161 |
14 | |
| Electrical stimulation (unattended), to one or more areas for indication(s) other than wound care, as part of a therapy plan of care | Billing code | G0283 |
81 |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other physical therapists at this location 8
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Related specialists at this location 4
Clinically related specialties at the same address — the people this provider most likely works alongside.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
More connections — 31 related providers in 4 groups
Other physical therapists in Santa Monica 8
Same specialty, same city.
Trained at Other 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1999 at Other 7
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes 8
Providers in CA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What kind of doctor is Derek A. Plonka, DPT?
Derek A. Plonka, DPT is a physical therapist in Santa Monica, CA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry.
NPI registry
What is Derek A. Plonka, DPT's address?
Derek A. Plonka, DPT is listed at 1821 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 605, Santa Monica, CA 90403. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How can I make an appointment with Derek A. Plonka, DPT?
The number on file is (310) 453-8668. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is Derek A. Plonka, DPT's NPI number?
Derek A. Plonka, DPT's National Provider Identifier is 1912172438. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Derek A. Plonka, DPT train?
Derek A. Plonka, DPT attended Other, graduating in 1999. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How long has Derek A. Plonka, DPT been practicing?
Derek A. Plonka, DPT has 27 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1999, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What procedures does Derek A. Plonka, DPT perform?
According to Medicare billing data, Derek A. Plonka, DPT provides treatments such as therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes and therapy procedure using functional activities. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Has Derek A. Plonka, DPT confirmed this information?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Derek A. Plonka, DPT. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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