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Dr. Sam Pourbabak, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (CMS: Endocrinology) · Lake Forest, CA
- NPI 1043271018
- Accepts Medicare
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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23331 El Toro RD, 102
Lake Forest, CA 926304891
(949) 916-9100
fax (949) 916-0091
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 3, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RE0101X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A94699
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1043271018. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
16,679
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$464,348
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 771 | 373 | $136 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 732 | 90 | $67 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 724 | 365 | $8 | |
84443 |
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) | 719 | 370 | $16 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 712 | 364 | $8 | |
84439 |
Thyroxine (thyroid chemical), free | 708 | 370 | $9 | |
84480 |
Thyroid hormone, t3 measurement, total | 708 | 370 | $14 | |
80048 |
Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total) | 707 | 363 | $8 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 703 | 362 | $13 | |
82306 |
Vitamin d-3 level | 696 | 366 | $29 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Lake Forest Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician, average services per provider: 427. This provider delivers 39× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$6,150
Transactions
153
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 19 | $3,528.97 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 18 | $319.14 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 16 | $268.99 | |
| Amgen INC. | 12 | $190.75 | |
| Antares Pharma, INC. | 30 | $179.96 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 12 | $179.08 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 9 | $148.65 | |
| Dexcom, INC. | 9 | $142.69 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 6 | $135.61 | |
| Sanofi-Aventis U.S. LLC | 5 | $87.07 | |
| Opko Pharmaceuticals, LLC | 4 | $83.70 | |
| Insulet Corporation | 3 | $77.36 | |
| Embecta Corp. | 4 | $72.72 | |
| Averitas Pharma INC. | 3 | $66.77 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 3 | $63.85 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,305
Patients
652
Total drug cost
$1,459,526
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synthroid (Levothyroxine Sodium) | Brand | 510 | 147 | $59,171 |
| Ozempic (Semaglutide) | Brand | 347 | 60 | $510,536 |
| Synjardy Xr (Empagliflozin/Metformin Hcl) | Brand | 176 | 46 | $222,443 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 164 | 54 | $7,261 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 160 | 49 | $2,372 |
| Metformin Hcl ER (Metformin Hcl) | Brand | 150 | 45 | $2,319 |
| Trulicity (Dulaglutide) | Brand | 144 | 33 | $266,142 |
| Nano 2Nd Gen Pen Needle (Pen Needle, Diabetic) | Brand | 109 | 47 | $11,805 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 97 | 30 | $1,400 |
| Vascepa (Icosapent Ethyl) | Brand | 81 | 20 | $82,590 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Sam Pourbabak's medical specialty?
Dr. Sam Pourbabak practices Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician in Lake Forest, CA.
Where does Dr. Sam Pourbabak practice?
Dr. Sam Pourbabak practices at 23331 El Toro RD, Lake Forest, CA 926304891. Office phone: 9499169100.
What is Dr. Sam Pourbabak's NPI?
Dr. Sam Pourbabak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043271018, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Sam Pourbabak accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Sam Pourbabak accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Sam Pourbabak commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.