Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Rick Friedman, MD, PHD
Otology & Neurotology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Otolaryngology Physician · La Jolla, CA
- NPI 1982708558
- Accepts Medicare
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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9444 Medical Center Dr Room 3-016
La Jolla, CA 920932777
(858) 657-5280 - Additional location
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3020 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 921234223
(858) 966-8574 - Mailing address
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9444 Medical Center Dr Rm 3-016
La Jolla, CA 920371337
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 30, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207YX0901X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G67571
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982708558. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
166
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$41,975
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 43 | 33 | $96 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 43 | 39 | $134 | |
69210 |
Removal of impacted ear wax | 29 | 29 | $51 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 22 | 22 | $233 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 17 | 13 | $60 | |
61616 |
Removal of growth or tissue of skull base within brain membrane | 12 | 12 | $2,038 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in La Jolla Otology & Neurotology Physician, average services per provider: 27. This provider delivers 6.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$480
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cochlear Americas | 3 | $205.72 | |
| Advanced Bionics, LLC | 2 | $121.14 | |
| iotaMotion, INC. | 1 | $110.68 | |
| Oticon Medical, LLC | 1 | $42.20 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Rick Friedman's medical specialty?
Dr. Rick Friedman practices Otology & Neurotology Physician in La Jolla, CA.
Where does Dr. Rick Friedman practice?
Dr. Rick Friedman practices at 9444 Medical Center Dr Room 3-016, La Jolla, CA 920932777. Office phone: 8586575280.
What is Dr. Rick Friedman's NPI?
Dr. Rick Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982708558, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Rick Friedman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Rick Friedman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Rick Friedman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Removal of impacted ear wax (HCPCS 69210). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.