Nima Sahami, MD
NPI 1871029363 · Nephrology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nima Sahami, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1871029363).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871029363
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A169348 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,671 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 774 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 362 | $193 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 286 | $9 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 100 | $179 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 60 | $82 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 37 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 82 | 32 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 81 | 35 |
| Ergocalciferol (vitamin D2)brand: Vitamin D2 | 56 | 32 |
| Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicatebrand: Lokelma | 52 | 16 |
| Chlorthalidone | 50 | 21 |
| Furosemide | 48 | 27 |
| Cinacalcet Hcl | 48 | 13 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 4733 W Sunset Blvd Fl 3Los Angeles, CA 90027-6021Phone: (833) 574-2273
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-05-03
- Last updated
- 2022-10-10
- Certified
- 2022-10-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nima Sahami's NPI number?
- Nima Sahami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871029363, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nima Sahami's specialty?
- Nima Sahami is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nima Sahami located?
- Nima Sahami's practice location on file with NPPES is 8635 W 3rd St Ste 1195w, Los Angeles, CA 90048-6146.
- What is Nima Sahami's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nima Sahami is (310) 423-8661.
- Does Nima Sahami accept Medicare?
- Nima Sahami is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nima Sahami's NPI active?
- Yes — Nima Sahami's NPI (1871029363) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-10-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.