Mercedes Samson, M.D.
NPI 1578605226 · Family Medicine Physician · Buena Park, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mercedes Samson, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Buena Park, CA (NPI 1578605226).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578605226
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A035505 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
885 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 335 | $98 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 281 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 187 | $61 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 29 | $139 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 25 | $35 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 111 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 509 | 175 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 465 | 151 |
| Losartan Potassium | 372 | 135 |
| Metformin Hcl | 230 | 85 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 204 | 70 |
| Telmisartan | 192 | 52 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,814 across 59 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
- 2007-02-12
- Last updated
- 2020-03-30
- Certified
- 2020-03-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mercedes Samson's NPI number?
- Mercedes Samson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578605226, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mercedes Samson's specialty?
- Mercedes Samson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mercedes Samson located?
- Mercedes Samson's practice location on file with NPPES is 8615 Knott Ave Ste 3, Buena Park, CA 90620-3886.
- What is Mercedes Samson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mercedes Samson is (714) 527-4833.
- Does Mercedes Samson accept Medicare?
- Mercedes Samson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mercedes Samson's NPI active?
- Yes — Mercedes Samson's NPI (1578605226) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-03-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.