Vahe Akopian, MD
NPI 1649519588 · Neurology Physician · Glendale, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vahe Akopian, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Glendale, CA (NPI 1649519588).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649519588
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A133514 (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
13 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
4,340 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 919 | $48 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 609 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 543 | $128 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 317 | $16 |
| Assessment of and Care Planning for Patient With Impaired Thought Processing, Typically 60 Minutes99483 | 314 | $277 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 55 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 1,255 | 266 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 529 | 129 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 423 | 100 |
| Levetiracetam | 257 | 59 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 211 | 62 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 210 | 52 |
| Propranolol Hcl | 159 | 39 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,730 across 210 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
- 2013-02-13
- Last updated
- 2021-01-28
- Certified
- 2021-01-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vahe Akopian's NPI number?
- Vahe Akopian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649519588, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vahe Akopian's specialty?
- Vahe Akopian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vahe Akopian located?
- Vahe Akopian's practice location on file with NPPES is 1451 E Chevy Chase Dr Ste 201, Glendale, CA 91206.
- What is Vahe Akopian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vahe Akopian is (818) 265-2245.
- Does Vahe Akopian accept Medicare?
- Vahe Akopian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vahe Akopian's NPI active?
- Yes — Vahe Akopian's NPI (1649519588) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-01-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.