Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ara Kardashian, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Encino, CA
- NPI 1265703102
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 84.9 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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15503 Ventura Blvd Ste 170
Encino, CA 914363145
(818) 618-1484
fax (818) 461-8105 - Mailing address
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5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400
Los Angeles, CA 900455631
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 3, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A123325
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1265703102. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
634
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$106,441
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 178 | 112 | $191 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 98 | 95 | $108 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 88 | 82 | $108 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 73 | 54 | $137 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 64 | 63 | $260 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 59 | 59 | $183 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 52 | 52 | $235 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 22 | 11 | $127 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Encino Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 140. This provider delivers 4.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,553
Transactions
69
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 44 | $752.85 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 10 | $253.00 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 3 | $158.86 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 1 | $126.05 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 4 | $94.65 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 3 | $66.99 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 3 | $64.20 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 1 | $36.70 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
643
Patients
299
Total drug cost
$226,697
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | Generic | 147 | 54 | $2,341 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 137 | 68 | $2,349 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 81 | 31 | $1,950 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 73 | 71 | $12,763 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 49 | 48 | $3,951 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 41 | 14 | $37,608 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 30 | 13 | $500 |
| Ocaliva (Obeticholic Acid) | Brand | 26 | 0 | $115,420 |
| Motegrity (Prucalopride Succinate) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $11,690 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $237 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ara Kardashian's medical specialty?
Dr. Ara Kardashian practices Gastroenterology Physician in Encino, CA.
Where does Dr. Ara Kardashian practice?
Dr. Ara Kardashian practices at 15503 Ventura Blvd Ste 170, Encino, CA 914363145. Office phone: 8186181484.
What is Dr. Ara Kardashian's NPI?
Dr. Ara Kardashian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265703102, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ara Kardashian accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ara Kardashian accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ara Kardashian commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.