Mehdi Farshchian, MD, PHD
NPI 1649767781 · Dermatology Physician · Santa Monica, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mehdi Farshchian, MD, PHD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Santa Monica, CA (NPI 1649767781).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649767781
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD, PHD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A176648 (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
8 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
4,293 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test for Allergy Using Skin Patch95044 | 1,527 | $6 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,075 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 353 | $99 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 301 | $138 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 259 | $58 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Ultraviolet Radiation With Tar Or Petroleum Jelly Application96910 | 189 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 222 | 103 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 112 | 81 |
| Mupirocin | 108 | 66 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 105 | 64 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 69 | — |
| Fluocinonide | 55 | 27 |
| Hydrocortisone | 48 | 36 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$260 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-04-14
- Last updated
- 2022-07-29
- Certified
- 2022-07-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mehdi Farshchian's NPI number?
- Mehdi Farshchian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649767781, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mehdi Farshchian's specialty?
- Mehdi Farshchian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mehdi Farshchian located?
- Mehdi Farshchian's practice location on file with NPPES is 2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 510, Santa Monica, CA 90404-2131.
- What is Mehdi Farshchian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mehdi Farshchian is (310) 917-3376.
- Does Mehdi Farshchian accept Medicare?
- Mehdi Farshchian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mehdi Farshchian's NPI active?
- Yes — Mehdi Farshchian's NPI (1649767781) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.