Araz Melkonian, M.D.
NPI 1710423405 · Family Medicine Physician · Glendale, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Araz Melkonian, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Glendale, CA (NPI 1710423405).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710423405
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A157310 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,325 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 1,171 | $78 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 774 | $179 |
| Advance Care Planning, Each Additional 30 Minutes99498 | 640 | $74 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 435 | $123 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 234 | $82 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 24 | $125 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 110 | 13 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 64 | 12 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 52 | — |
| Gabapentin | 48 | — |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 37 | — |
| Donepezil Hcl | 34 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$99 across 2 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 (1)
- 1975 Verdugo Blvd Ste aLa Canada Flintridge, CA 91011-3024Phone: (747) 212-3441
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-01-18
- Last updated
- 2022-04-11
- Certified
- 2022-04-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Araz Melkonian's NPI number?
- Araz Melkonian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710423405, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Araz Melkonian's specialty?
- Araz Melkonian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Araz Melkonian located?
- Araz Melkonian's practice location on file with NPPES is 544 N Glendale Ave Ste B, Glendale, CA 91206-3311.
- What is Araz Melkonian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Araz Melkonian is (747) 212-3441.
- Does Araz Melkonian accept Medicare?
- Araz Melkonian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Araz Melkonian's NPI active?
- Yes — Araz Melkonian's NPI (1710423405) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-04-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.