Fariborz Shams, D.O.
NPI 1063421865 · Internal Medicine Physician · Anaheim, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Fariborz Shams, D.O. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Anaheim, CA (NPI 1063421865).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1063421865
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 20A6510 (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
19 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
8,591 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 2,495 | $79 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 2,451 | $76 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 808 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 529 | $128 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 486 | $183 |
| Transitional Care Management Services for Problem of at Least Moderate Complexity |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 251 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,107 | 200 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 806 | 125 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 669 | 136 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 638 | 97 |
| Gabapentin | 602 | 92 |
| Losartan Potassium | 482 | 101 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$21,243 across 48 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
- 2006-08-08
- Last updated
- 2010-07-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Fariborz Shams's NPI number?
- Fariborz Shams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063421865, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Fariborz Shams's specialty?
- Fariborz Shams is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Fariborz Shams located?
- Fariborz Shams's practice location on file with NPPES is 515 S Beach Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92804-1812.
- What is Fariborz Shams's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Fariborz Shams is (714) 995-7503.
- Does Fariborz Shams accept Medicare?
- Fariborz Shams is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Fariborz Shams's NPI active?
- Yes — Fariborz Shams's NPI (1063421865) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-07-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.