Munther Hijazin, MD
NPI 1952319253 · Neurology Physician · Downey, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Munther Hijazin, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Downey, CA (NPI 1952319253).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952319253
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- WA647535 (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
19 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
5,063 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 2,910 | $76 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,018 | $101 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Awake and Drowsy95816 | 432 | $362 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 211 | $167 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 127 | $166 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Awake and Asleep95819 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 86 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 2,260 | 419 |
| Gabapentin | 1,105 | 255 |
| Levetiracetam | 873 | 161 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 784 | 148 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 356 | 79 |
| Pregabalin | 350 | 95 |
| Topiramate | 296 | 42 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,381 across 532 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
- 2006-08-03
- Last updated
- 2010-04-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Munther Hijazin's NPI number?
- Munther Hijazin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952319253, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Munther Hijazin's specialty?
- Munther Hijazin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Munther Hijazin located?
- Munther Hijazin's practice location on file with NPPES is 11525 Brookshire Ave Ste 205, Downey, CA 90241-4982.
- What is Munther Hijazin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Munther Hijazin is (562) 861-1988.
- Does Munther Hijazin accept Medicare?
- Munther Hijazin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Munther Hijazin's NPI active?
- Yes — Munther Hijazin's NPI (1952319253) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-04-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.