Sam Pourbabak, MD
NPI 1043271018 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Lake Forest, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sam Pourbabak, MD is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Lake Forest, CA (NPI 1043271018).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043271018
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A94699 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
19,190 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 937 | $138 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 867 | $17 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 823 | $9 |
| Thyroxine (thyroid Chemical), Free84439 | 815 | $9 |
| Vitamin D-3 Level82306 | 813 | $29 |
| Thyroid Hormone, T3 Measurement, Total84480 | 813 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 65 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodiumbrand: Synthroid | 603 | 163 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 492 | 81 |
| Empagliflozin/Metformin Hclbrand: Synjardy Xr | 305 | 74 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 203 | 64 |
| Dulaglutidebrand: Trulicity | 180 | 38 |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 179 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,150 across 183 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-30
- Last updated
- 2013-04-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sam Pourbabak's NPI number?
- Sam Pourbabak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043271018, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sam Pourbabak's specialty?
- Sam Pourbabak is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sam Pourbabak located?
- Sam Pourbabak's practice location on file with NPPES is 23331 El Toro Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630-4891.
- What is Sam Pourbabak's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sam Pourbabak is (949) 916-9100.
- Does Sam Pourbabak accept Medicare?
- Sam Pourbabak is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sam Pourbabak's NPI active?
- Yes — Sam Pourbabak's NPI (1043271018) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-04-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.