Ray Goshtaseb, M.D.
NPI 1972907574 · Nephrology Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ray Goshtaseb, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1972907574).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972907574
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A144426 (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
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,981 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 50 Minutes99233 | 955 | $122 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 489 | $119 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 130 | $179 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 87 | $9 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 75 | $316 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 69 | 20 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 58 | 27 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 33 | 12 |
| Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicatebrand: Lokelma | 29 | 16 |
| Furosemide | 28 | — |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 24 | — |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$845 across 7 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 (4)
- 8641 Wilshire Blvd Ste 210Beverly Hills, CA 90211-2920Phone: (310) 855-7002Fax: (310) 855-7003
- 5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400Los Angeles, CA 90045-5631Phone: (310) 301-8771
- 200 Ucla Medical Plz Ste 365cLos Angeles, CA 90095-5631Phone: (310) 206-7662Fax: (310) 206-6307
- 1245 16th St Ste 307Santa Monica, CA 90404-1239Phone: (310) 481-4228Fax: (424) 481-4238
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-10-10
- Last updated
- 2020-12-29
- Certified
- 2020-12-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ray Goshtaseb's NPI number?
- Ray Goshtaseb's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972907574, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ray Goshtaseb's specialty?
- Ray Goshtaseb is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ray Goshtaseb located?
- Ray Goshtaseb's practice location on file with NPPES is 3500 Lomita Blvd Ste M100, Torrance, CA 90505.
- What is Ray Goshtaseb's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ray Goshtaseb is (310) 825-5111.
- Does Ray Goshtaseb accept Medicare?
- Ray Goshtaseb is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ray Goshtaseb's NPI active?
- Yes — Ray Goshtaseb's NPI (1972907574) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-12-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.