Dr. Andrea Pakula, M.D.
General Surgery
15+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
2 locations
About Dr. Andrea Pakula
Andrea Pakula, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Thousand Oaks, CA.
Specialty Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
19
Years Experience
2
Locations
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
General SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2007
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | A114029 | Surgery | |
| Minnesota | 106797 | Surgery | — |
| Minnesota | 57032 | Surgery | — |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Andrea Pakula
With 15 years of practice, Dr. Andrea Pakula is an established general surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Other in 2007. Dr. currently practices across 2 facilities, including in Thousand Oaks, California. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568767960, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Andrea Pakula as a lower-volume general surgery provider, treating approximately 149 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 392 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Andrea Pakula received $235K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are elevated relative to most providers and may warrant direct inquiry about potential conflicts of interest during your visit.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$235K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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General Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 91361
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Andrea Pakula
What does Dr. Andrea Pakula specialize in?
Dr. Andrea Pakula specializes in General Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Surgery.
Where does Dr. Andrea Pakula practice?
Dr. Andrea Pakula practices at in Thousand Oaks, California. Dr. is also affiliated with 1 additional facility, listed below.
Does Dr. Andrea Pakula accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Andrea Pakula accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 149 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Andrea Pakula's NPI number?
Dr. Andrea Pakula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568767960. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Andrea Pakula been practicing?
Dr. Andrea Pakula has approximately 15 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2007.