Michael Kassardjian, D.O.
NPI 1740567981 · Dermatology Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Kassardjian, D.O. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1740567981).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740567981
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 20A11896 (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
14 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
9,621 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 3,752 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,660 | $99 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 1,047 | $61 |
| High Dose Rate Electronic Brachytherapy, External0394T | 726 | $165 |
| Obtaining Data Needed to Develop the Optimal Radiation Treatment, 1 Treatment Area77280 | 572 | $312 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 431 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 217 | 119 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 158 | 136 |
| Fluorouracil | 94 | 90 |
| Mupirocin | 81 | 53 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 55 | 38 |
| Fluocinonide | 53 | 43 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 49 | 28 |
| Desonide | 41 | 37 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$209 across 8 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
- 2011-11-15
- Last updated
- 2014-11-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Kassardjian's NPI number?
- Michael Kassardjian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740567981, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Kassardjian's specialty?
- Michael Kassardjian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Kassardjian located?
- Michael Kassardjian's practice location on file with NPPES is 23550 Hawthorne Blvd Ste 200, Torrance, CA 90505-4722.
- What is Michael Kassardjian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Kassardjian is (310) 326-2636.
- Does Michael Kassardjian accept Medicare?
- Michael Kassardjian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Kassardjian's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Kassardjian's NPI (1740567981) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-11-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.