Basem Farag, M.D
NPI 1457441974 · Family Medicine Physician · Lakewood, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Basem Farag, M.D is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Lakewood, CA (NPI 1457441974).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457441974
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- C53207 (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 tenure33% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
3 documented practice locations
- 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 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 106 | 48 |
| Lisinopril | 69 | 29 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 68 | 26 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 64 | 24 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 58 | 23 |
| Metformin Hcl | 52 | 27 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$313 across 14 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 19191 S Vermont AveTorrance, CA 90502-1018Phone: (562) 988-7492
- 974 W Foothill BlvdUpland, CA 91786-3728Phone: (909) 981-2273
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-13
- Last updated
- 2018-08-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Basem Farag's NPI number?
- Basem Farag's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457441974, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Basem Farag's specialty?
- Basem Farag is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Basem Farag located?
- Basem Farag's practice location on file with NPPES is 3300 E South St Ste 201, Lakewood, CA 90805.
- What is Basem Farag's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Basem Farag is (626) 524-4132.
- Does Basem Farag accept Medicare?
- Basem Farag is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Basem Farag's NPI active?
- Yes — Basem Farag's NPI (1457441974) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-08-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.