Albert Askarinam, M.D.
NPI 1346305422 · Family Medicine Physician · Northridge, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Albert Askarinam, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Northridge, CA (NPI 1346305422).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1346305422
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A62932 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 81 | 37 |
| Metformin Hcl | 41 | 19 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 33 | 14 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 32 | 11 |
| Benazepril Hcl | 26 | — |
| Naproxen | 26 | — |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 24 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$536 across 26 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
- 2006-12-27
- Last updated
- 2025-11-17
- Certified
- 2025-11-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Albert Askarinam's NPI number?
- Albert Askarinam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346305422, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Albert Askarinam's specialty?
- Albert Askarinam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Albert Askarinam located?
- Albert Askarinam's practice location on file with NPPES is 8330 Reseda Blvd, Northridge, CA 91324-4619.
- What is Albert Askarinam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Albert Askarinam is (818) 654-3887.
- Does Albert Askarinam accept Medicare?
- Albert Askarinam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Albert Askarinam's NPI active?
- Yes — Albert Askarinam's NPI (1346305422) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.