Behzad Taghizadeh, M.D., FACC
NPI 1275514986 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · El Cajon, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Behzad Taghizadeh, M.D., FACC is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in El Cajon, CA (NPI 1275514986).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275514986
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., FACC
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 0101232582 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
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
4,687 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, Each Additional 20 Minutes99458 | 799 | $40 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 748 | $184 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 718 | $49 |
| Remote Monitoring of Physiologic Parameters, Initial Supply of Devices With Daily Recordings Or Programmed Alerts Transmission, Each 30 Days99454 | 439 | $53 |
| Management Using the Results of Remote Vital Sign Monitoring Per Calendar Month, First 20 Minutes99457 | 439 | $51 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 176 | 31 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 141 | 36 |
| Carvedilol | 113 | 27 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 89 | 32 |
| Lisinopril | 86 | 21 |
| Flecainide Acetate | 83 | 18 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 67 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$612 across 18 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
- 2005-11-09
- Last updated
- 2026-05-04
- Certified
- 2026-05-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Behzad Taghizadeh's NPI number?
- Behzad Taghizadeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275514986, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Behzad Taghizadeh's specialty?
- Behzad Taghizadeh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Behzad Taghizadeh located?
- Behzad Taghizadeh's practice location on file with NPPES is 280 Avocado Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020-4604.
- What is Behzad Taghizadeh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Behzad Taghizadeh is (619) 582-2404.
- Does Behzad Taghizadeh accept Medicare?
- Behzad Taghizadeh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Behzad Taghizadeh's NPI active?
- Yes — Behzad Taghizadeh's NPI (1275514986) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.