Mersedeh Karimian, D.O.
NPI 1952516304 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Apple Valley, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mersedeh Karimian, D.O. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Apple Valley, CA (NPI 1952516304).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952516304
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 20A9115 (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
1,492 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,226 | $93 |
| Insertion of Spinal Neurostimulator Electrode Array Through Skin63650 | 65 | $315 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 29 | $15 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 3 Or More Muscles20553 | 27 | $62 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 27 | $271 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 822 | 115 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 405 | 55 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 198 | 31 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 192 | 19 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 180 | 21 |
| Gabapentin | 165 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$7,484 across 84 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
- 2007-05-11
- Last updated
- 2012-06-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mersedeh Karimian's NPI number?
- Mersedeh Karimian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952516304, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mersedeh Karimian's specialty?
- Mersedeh Karimian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mersedeh Karimian located?
- Mersedeh Karimian's practice location on file with NPPES is 18400 US Highway 18, Apple Valley, CA 92307-2306.
- What is Mersedeh Karimian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mersedeh Karimian is (760) 242-3939.
- Does Mersedeh Karimian accept Medicare?
- Mersedeh Karimian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mersedeh Karimian's NPI active?
- Yes — Mersedeh Karimian's NPI (1952516304) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-06-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.