Physician Profile
Matthew M. Schultzel, D.O.
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Schultzel
Matthew M. Schultzel, D.O. practices surgery in La Jolla, CA. Matthew is a 2010 graduate of Touro Un College of Osteopathic Medicine, Vallejo. Medicare claims data shows Matthew provided 2,144 services to 1,298 patients. The services billed most often include test or measurement for functional capacity, each 15 minutes, established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more, and diagnostic exam of anus using an endoscope.
Summarised automatically from public NPI registry and CMS Medicare data. Not written or reviewed by this provider. Claim this profile to replace it.
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
- (858) 207-3117
- Email not available
Practice Locations
9850 GENESEE AVE STE 570
La Jolla, CA 92037
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Surgery (Unspecified) 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
- Appendicitis
- Breast cancer
- Gallstones
- Hernia
- Thyroid nodules
Breast conditions
- Benign breast disease
- Gynecomastia
Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Esophageal cancer
- Liver cancer
- Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Pancreatic cancer
- Soft-tissue sarcoma
- Stomach cancer
- Thyroid cancer
Colorectal
- Anal fissure
- Anal fistula
- Hemorrhoids
- Lower gastrointestinal bleeding
- Rectal prolapse
Digestive
- Abdominal adhesions
- Acid reflux
- Acute pancreatitis
- Bowel obstruction
- Colon polyps
- Diverticulitis
- Gastroparesis
- Peptic ulcer disease
Digestive & blood
Digestive health
- Crohn's disease
- Fecal incontinence
- Perforated bowel
- Severe chronic constipation
- Swallowing difficulties
- Ulcerative colitis
Endocrine
- Adrenal gland tumor
- Goiter
- Hyperparathyroidism
Infections
- Gangrene
- Skin and soft-tissue abscess
Lumps & bumps
- Ganglion Cyst In Hand Or Wrist
Lymphatic
- Lymphedema
- Swollen Lymph Nodes
Minor surgery
- Ingrown toenail
Skin & scars
- Keloids and hypertrophic scars
Skin & soft tissue
- Epidermoid cyst
- Lipoma
- Pilonidal cyst
- Skin lump or bump
Skin cancer
- Moles and atypical moles
- Skin cancer
Vascular
- Carotid Artery Blockage
- Deep vein thrombosis
- Peripheral artery disease
- Varicose veins
Weight & metabolism
- Obesity
Wound care
- Bedsores
- Post-surgery fever or infection
Wounds
- Diabetic foot ulcer
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Appendectomy
- Breast biopsy
- Gallbladder surgery
- Hernia repair surgery
- Lumpectomy
Abdominal
- Gynecologic laparoscopy
- Spleen removal
Abdominal surgery
- Small-bowel resection
- Stomach removal surgery
Bariatric
- Lap band removal
- Weight loss surgery revision
Breast surgery
Cancer
- Mastectomy
- Sentinel lymph-node biopsy
- Whipple procedure
Cancer surgery
- Esophagus removal surgery
- Liver tumor removal
Colorectal
- Anal fistula surgery
- Anal Sphincter Repair
- Colon resection
- Hemorrhoid removal
- Ostomy reversal
- Ostomy surgery
- Rectal prolapse repair
- Surgery for chronic anal fissure
Consultations
- Pre-Op Clearance Exam
- Robotic surgery consultation
Diagnostic
- Colonoscopy
- Skin lump biopsy
Digestive
- Acid reflux surgery
- Feeding tube placement
Digestive health
- Endoscopy
- Peroral endoscopic myotomy
Endocrine
- Adrenal gland removal
- Parathyroid surgery
- Thyroid removal surgery
Infections
- Incision and drainage of an abscess
Minor surgery
- Fishhook or embedded splinter removal
- Ingrown toenail removal
Post-op care
- Suture removal
Reconstruction
- Skin graft
Skin & soft tissue
- Cyst Removal
- Lipoma removal
- Mole removal
- Pilonidal cyst surgery
- Scar revision surgery
- Skin Tag Removal
Skin cancer
- Excision of skin cancer
Vascular
- Blood Clot Removal Surgery
- Carotid endarterectomy
- Leg bypass surgery
- Varicose vein removal
Vascular & cancer
- Chemo port placement
- Chemo port removal
Weight loss
- Gastric bypass surgery
- Gastric sleeve surgery
Wound care
- Bed sore surgery
- Negative pressure wound therapy
Wounds
- Wound Debridement For Foot Ulcer
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
2,144 services · 1,298 patients · 16 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic exam of anus using an endoscope | Procedure | 46600 |
241 | More than most peers in Surgery |
| Removal of external hemorrhoids by rubber banding | Procedure | 46221 |
188 | More than most peers in Surgery |
| Application of chemical to stop tissue regrowth in wound | Procedure | 17250 |
71 | As often as other peers in Surgery |
| Injection of agent into vein to assess blood flow of skin graft or flap | Procedure | 15860 |
36 | More than most peers in Surgery |
| Diagnostic exam of rectum and lower large bowel using an endoscope | Procedure | 45300 |
29 | More often than most peers in Surgery |
| Repair of groin hernia using an endoscope | Procedure | 49650 |
28 | More often than most peers in Surgery |
| Initial repair of entrapped hernia of abdomen, 3-10 cm in length | Procedure | 49594 |
20 | More often than most peers in Surgery |
| Release of scar tissue at ureter | Procedure | 50715 |
19 | |
| Partial release of large bowel and partial removal of large bowel using an endoscope | Procedure | 44213 |
18 | More often than most peers in Surgery |
| Removal of multiple hemorrhoid groups | Procedure | 46260 |
13 |
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 general surgeons at this location 2
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Related specialists at this location 5
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 — 29 related providers in 4 groups
Other general surgeons in La Jolla 6
Same specialty, same city.
Trained at Touro Un College of Osteopathic Medicine, Vallejo 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 2010 at Touro Un College of Osteopathic Medicine, Vallejo 7
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Diagnostic exam of anus using an endoscope 8
Providers in CA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What kind of doctor is Matthew M. Schultzel?
Matthew M. Schultzel is a general surgeon in La Jolla, CA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Surgery”.
NPI registry
What is Matthew M. Schultzel's address?
Matthew M. Schultzel is listed at 9850 Genesee Ave Ste 570, La Jolla, CA 92037. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How can I make an appointment with Matthew M. Schultzel?
The number on file is (858) 207-3117. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Matthew M. Schultzel?
Matthew M. Schultzel's National Provider Identifier is 1306123229. 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 Matthew M. Schultzel train?
Matthew M. Schultzel attended Touro Un College of Osteopathic Medicine, Vallejo, graduating in 2010. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Matthew M. Schultzel have?
Matthew M. Schultzel has 16 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 2010, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What procedures does Matthew M. Schultzel perform?
According to Medicare billing data, Matthew M. Schultzel performs procedures including diagnostic exam of anus using an endoscope, removal of external hemorrhoids by rubber banding and application of chemical to stop tissue regrowth in wound; provides treatments such as test or measurement for functional capacity, each 15 minutes and study of rectum sensitivity and function, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Matthew M. Schultzel's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Matthew M. Schultzel. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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