Navid Alem, M.D.
NPI 1972893790 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Orange, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Navid Alem, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Orange, CA (NPI 1972893790).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972893790
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A109866 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,979 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 608 | $73 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 390 | $111 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 303 | $107 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 214 | $110 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 184 | $75 |
| Fluoroscopic Guidance for Needle Placement77002 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 135 | 48 |
| Celecoxib | 125 | 35 |
| Pregabalin | 119 | 51 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 93 | 40 |
| Methocarbamol | 74 | 24 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 71 | 28 |
| Baclofen | 55 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$232 across 4 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 19200 Jamboree Rd Ste 4100Irvine, CA 92612-2573Phone: (657) 579-7246Fax: (888) 975-0262
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-04-13
- Last updated
- 2024-07-09
- Certified
- 2024-07-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Navid Alem's NPI number?
- Navid Alem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972893790, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Navid Alem's specialty?
- Navid Alem is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Navid Alem located?
- Navid Alem's practice location on file with NPPES is 101 the City Dr S, Orange, CA 92868-3201.
- What is Navid Alem's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Navid Alem is (714) 456-8888.
- Does Navid Alem accept Medicare?
- Navid Alem is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Navid Alem's NPI active?
- Yes — Navid Alem's NPI (1972893790) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.