Jonathan Falakassa, MD
NPI 1285959106 · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Van Nuys, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jonathan Falakassa, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician provider in Van Nuys, CA (NPI 1285959106).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285959106
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A135025 (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
16 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
1,049 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 | 407 | $138 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 162 | $45 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 136 | $179 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 109 | $194 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 3 Or More Muscles20553 | 62 | $66 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 58 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 147 | 76 |
| Methylprednisolone | 70 | 65 |
| Gabapentin | 61 | 33 |
| Methocarbamol | 39 | 25 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 32 | 17 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 24 | 11 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 20 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$273 across 3 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
- 2010-04-03
- Last updated
- 2016-07-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jonathan Falakassa's NPI number?
- Jonathan Falakassa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285959106, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jonathan Falakassa's specialty?
- Jonathan Falakassa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jonathan Falakassa located?
- Jonathan Falakassa's practice location on file with NPPES is 6815 Noble Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91405-3796.
- What is Jonathan Falakassa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jonathan Falakassa is (818) 901-6600.
- Does Jonathan Falakassa accept Medicare?
- Jonathan Falakassa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jonathan Falakassa's NPI active?
- Yes — Jonathan Falakassa's NPI (1285959106) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-07-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.