Mahmood Pazirandeh, MD, FACP, FACR
NPI 1134109390 · Rheumatology Physician · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mahmood Pazirandeh, MD, FACP, FACR is a Rheumatology Physician provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1134109390).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134109390
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD, FACP, FACR
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- C52328 (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
1,720 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 | 623 | $136 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan of Joint76881 | 254 | $57 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 172 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 132 | $191 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 68 | $39 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 150 | 55 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 134 | 49 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 101 | 17 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 71 | 20 |
| Denosumabbrand: Prolia | 66 | 47 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 58 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,987 across 193 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
- 2006-01-21
- Last updated
- 2012-10-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mahmood Pazirandeh's NPI number?
- Mahmood Pazirandeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134109390, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mahmood Pazirandeh's specialty?
- Mahmood Pazirandeh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mahmood Pazirandeh located?
- Mahmood Pazirandeh's practice location on file with NPPES is 3633 Camino Del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108-4011.
- What is Mahmood Pazirandeh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mahmood Pazirandeh is (619) 287-9730.
- Does Mahmood Pazirandeh accept Medicare?
- Mahmood Pazirandeh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mahmood Pazirandeh's NPI active?
- Yes — Mahmood Pazirandeh's NPI (1134109390) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-10-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.