Ara Kelekian, D.P.M.
NPI 1871598748 · Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist · Montebello, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Podiatry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ara Kelekian, D.P.M. is a Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist provider in Montebello, CA (NPI 1871598748).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871598748
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Foot & Ankle Surgery PodiatristPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
- Credential
- D.P.M.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E4536 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 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
4,165 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 Noncancer Thickened Skin Growth, 2-4 Growths11056 | 1,032 | $84 |
| Removal of Fingernails Or Toenails, 1-5 Nails11720 | 871 | $33 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 627 | $88 |
| Removal of Fingernails Or Toenails, 6 Or More Nails11721 | 442 | $44 |
| Trimming of Dystrophic Nails, Any NumberG0127 | 401 | $13 |
| Removal of Muscle And/Or Tissue, 20.0 Sq Cm Or Less11043 | 119 | $226 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | 96 | 46 |
| Ciclopirox | 66 | 34 |
| Econazole Nitrate | 54 | 20 |
| Gabapentin | 47 | 24 |
| Pregabalin | 46 | 14 |
| Cephalexin | 38 | 28 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 31 | 14 |
| Terbinafine Hcl | 31 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$883 across 19 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
- 2005-06-16
- Last updated
- 2012-12-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ara Kelekian's NPI number?
- Ara Kelekian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871598748, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ara Kelekian's specialty?
- Ara Kelekian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers).
- Where is Ara Kelekian located?
- Ara Kelekian's practice location on file with NPPES is 515 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640-3665.
- What is Ara Kelekian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ara Kelekian is (323) 346-0996.
- Does Ara Kelekian accept Medicare?
- Ara Kelekian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ara Kelekian's NPI active?
- Yes — Ara Kelekian's NPI (1871598748) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-12-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.