Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Farah Karipineni, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Clovis, CA
- NPI 1164718524
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 80.2 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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729 N Medical Center Dr W Ste 111
Clovis, CA 936116880
(559) 435-6600
fax (559) 435-6622 - Additional location
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2335 E Kashian Ln Ste 220
Fresno, CA 937012211
(559) 256-5140
fax (559) 485-4505 - Mailing address
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2625 E Divisadero St
Fresno, CA 937211431
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 8, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A149093
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1164718524. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
767
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$162,917
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 305 | 237 | $123 | |
76536 |
Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue | 141 | 133 | $118 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 84 | 84 | $168 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 60 | 60 | $112 | |
60500 |
Removal or exploration of parathyroid glands | 59 | 59 | $927 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 40 | 39 | $83 | |
10005 |
Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth | 30 | 29 | $141 | |
60240 |
Removal of thyroid | 21 | 21 | $815 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 15 | 15 | $24 | |
60220 |
Removal of thyroid lobe on side of neck | 12 | 12 | $677 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Clovis Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 66. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$10,017
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intuitive Surgical, INC. | 5 | $10,016.53 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
339
Patients
99
Total drug cost
$5,381
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 254 | 66 | $3,353 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 33 | 33 | $48 |
| Synthroid (Levothyroxine Sodium) | Brand | 32 | 0 | $1,843 |
| Calcitriol | Generic | 20 | 0 | $137 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Farah Karipineni's medical specialty?
Dr. Farah Karipineni practices Surgery Physician in Clovis, CA.
Where does Dr. Farah Karipineni practice?
Dr. Farah Karipineni practices at 729 N Medical Center Dr W Ste 111, Clovis, CA 936116880. Office phone: 5594356600.
What is Dr. Farah Karipineni's NPI?
Dr. Farah Karipineni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164718524, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Farah Karipineni accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Farah Karipineni accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Farah Karipineni commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue (HCPCS 76536); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.