Ara Kardashian, M.D.
NPI 1265703102 · Gastroenterology Physician · Encino, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ara Kardashian, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Encino, CA (NPI 1265703102).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265703102
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A123325 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 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
874 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 180 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 172 | $191 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 121 | $121 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 102 | $96 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 75 | $136 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 169 | 158 |
| Omeprazole | 165 | 74 |
| Famotidine | 163 | 56 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 111 | 44 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 73 | 19 |
| Obeticholic Acidbrand: Ocaliva | 28 | — |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,553 across 69 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
- 2012-01-24
- Last updated
- 2019-09-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ara Kardashian's NPI number?
- Ara Kardashian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265703102, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ara Kardashian's specialty?
- Ara Kardashian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ara Kardashian located?
- Ara Kardashian's practice location on file with NPPES is 15503 Ventura Blvd Ste 170, Encino, CA 91436-3145.
- What is Ara Kardashian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ara Kardashian is (818) 618-1484.
- Does Ara Kardashian accept Medicare?
- Ara Kardashian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ara Kardashian's NPI active?
- Yes — Ara Kardashian's NPI (1265703102) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-09-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.