Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Mersedeh Karimian, D.O.
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (CMS: Pain Management) · Apple Valley, CA
- NPI 1952516304
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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18400 US Highway 18, Suite A
Apple Valley, CA 923072306
(760) 242-3939
fax (760) 242-3232
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 9, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207LP2900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #20A9115
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1952516304. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,554
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$152,709
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,153 | 161 | $92 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 1,140 | 61 | $1 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 44 | 44 | $172 | |
63650 |
Insertion of spinal neurostimulator electrode array through skin | 37 | 15 | $335 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 36 | 16 | $274 | |
20553 |
Injection of trigger points, 3 or more muscles | 30 | 12 | $64 | |
64494 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level | 29 | 18 | $95 | |
64493 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 28 | 17 | $186 | |
20611 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance | 27 | 13 | $105 | |
95972 |
Electronic analysis of implanted neurostimulator generator with complex spinal cord or peripheral nerve stimulator programming | 16 | 12 | $41 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 221. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$7,484
Transactions
84
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | 79 | $7,216.21 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 4 | $237.08 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $30.46 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,876
Patients
313
Total drug cost
$105,454
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 913 | 117 | $30,317 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 448 | 51 | $21,269 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 273 | 38 | $3,612 |
| Morphine Sulfate Er (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 214 | 17 | $7,764 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 214 | 23 | $10,154 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 153 | 17 | $7,879 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 135 | 18 | $2,362 |
| Fentanyl | Generic | 128 | 13 | $13,061 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | Generic | 69 | 0 | $1,867 |
| Carisoprodol | Generic | 64 | 0 | $1,495 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Mersedeh Karimian's medical specialty?
Dr. Mersedeh Karimian practices Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician in Apple Valley, CA.
Where does Dr. Mersedeh Karimian practice?
Dr. Mersedeh Karimian practices at 18400 US Highway 18, Apple Valley, CA 923072306. Office phone: 7602423939.
What is Dr. Mersedeh Karimian's NPI?
Dr. Mersedeh Karimian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952516304, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Mersedeh Karimian accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Mersedeh Karimian accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Mersedeh Karimian commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.