Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Saro Avakian, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Glendale, CA
- NPI 1073651550
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.6 / 100 · 2023
- 36 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
800 S. Central Ave., Suite 308
Glendale, CA 912044644
(818) 240-8767
fax (818) 502-0254
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 4, 2009
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A95713
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1073651550. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
9,713
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$830,764
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,390 | 398 | $100 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 1,274 | 191 | $85 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,074 | 429 | $141 | |
82962 |
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument | 753 | 167 | $3 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 587 | 142 | $127 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 580 | 264 | $100 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 414 | 413 | $90 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 391 | 391 | $144 | |
G0442 |
Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 365 | 365 | $21 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 357 | 248 | $141 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 37 peers in Glendale Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 218. This provider delivers 45× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,520
Transactions
86
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 18 | $368.57 | |
| Amgen INC. | 9 | $317.90 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 12 | $205.68 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $198.86 | |
| Esperion Therapeutics, INC. | 8 | $195.85 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 3 | $177.65 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 3 | $150.07 | |
| Sumitomo Pharma America, INC. | 11 | $147.21 | |
| Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $147.10 | |
| Azurity Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 5 | $121.11 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 5 | $94.66 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 3 | $63.71 | |
| Aimmune Therapeutics, INC. | 2 | $55.00 | |
| Lundbeck LLC | 2 | $49.66 | |
| Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, INC | 2 | $46.15 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
12,526
Patients
1,687
Total drug cost
$440,879
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 1,469 | 204 | $19,167 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 1,248 | 177 | $13,740 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 1,161 | 147 | $28,879 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 915 | 104 | $12,269 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 865 | 124 | $11,719 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 800 | 108 | $12,512 |
| Vascepa (Icosapent Ethyl) | Brand | 782 | 104 | $241,642 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 768 | 95 | $11,049 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 763 | 97 | $7,000 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 752 | 131 | $26,782 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Saro Avakian's medical specialty?
Dr. Saro Avakian practices Family Medicine Physician in Glendale, CA.
Where does Dr. Saro Avakian practice?
Dr. Saro Avakian practices at 800 S. Central Ave., Glendale, CA 912044644. Office phone: 8182408767.
What is Dr. Saro Avakian's NPI?
Dr. Saro Avakian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073651550, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Saro Avakian accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Saro Avakian accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Saro Avakian commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.