Bob Armin, M.D.
NPI 1790960888 · Otolaryngology Physician · West Hills, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bob Armin, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in West Hills, CA (NPI 1790960888).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790960888
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A103010 (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
18 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
6,035 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 1,597 | $46 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,004 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 890 | $92 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 544 | $113 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 378 | $168 |
| Placement of Ear Probe for Computerized Measurement of Repeated Sounds With Interpretation and Report |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 215 | 109 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 157 | 83 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexamethbrand: Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone | 89 | 58 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Hydrocortbrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Hydrocort | 62 | 55 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 55 | 25 |
| Cefdinir | 35 | 33 |
| Prednisone | 33 | 32 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$45 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-01-08
- Last updated
- 2021-12-01
- Certified
- 2021-12-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bob Armin's NPI number?
- Bob Armin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790960888, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bob Armin's specialty?
- Bob Armin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Bob Armin located?
- Bob Armin's practice location on file with NPPES is 7345 Medical Center Dr, West Hills, CA 91307-1910.
- What is Bob Armin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bob Armin is (818) 888-7878.
- Does Bob Armin accept Medicare?
- Bob Armin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bob Armin's NPI active?
- Yes — Bob Armin's NPI (1790960888) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.