Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Assefa Mekonnen, PMHNP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Family Nurse Practitioner · Psychiatric/Mental Health Registered Nurse · Los Angeles, CA
- NPI 1942605126
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 5.0 / 100 · 2023
- 16 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1711 W Temple St
Los Angeles, CA 900267329
(213) 989-6100 - Additional location
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5715 S Broadway
Los Angeles, CA 900374131
(213) 471-4139
fax (323) 694-2539 - Mailing address
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Po Box 4570
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 902749607
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 1, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LP0808X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #95001041
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942605126. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,692
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$265,431
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 1,486 | 303 | $97 | |
99348 |
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 584 | 112 | $69 | |
99310 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 188 | 115 | $139 | |
99349 |
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 153 | 71 | $115 | |
99305 |
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 147 | 138 | $120 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 118 | 115 | $164 | |
99342 |
Residence visit for new patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 16 | 16 | $70 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 19 peers in Los Angeles Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 170. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,689
Patients
249
Total drug cost
$37,905
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 244 | 30 | $5,512 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 169 | 26 | $2,042 |
| Risperidone | Generic | 166 | 24 | $2,015 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 158 | 19 | $1,486 |
| Divalproex Sodium | Generic | 142 | 26 | $5,069 |
| Olanzapine | Generic | 138 | 21 | $3,453 |
| Aripiprazole | Generic | 111 | 17 | $6,827 |
| Lorazepam | Generic | 106 | 28 | $1,777 |
| Mirtazapine | Generic | 102 | 16 | $2,855 |
| Benztropine Mesylate | Generic | 80 | 16 | $1,036 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Assefa Mekonnen's medical specialty?
Dr. Assefa Mekonnen practices Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Los Angeles, CA.
Where does Dr. Assefa Mekonnen practice?
Dr. Assefa Mekonnen practices at 1711 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 900267329. Office phone: 2139896100.
What is Dr. Assefa Mekonnen's NPI?
Dr. Assefa Mekonnen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942605126, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Assefa Mekonnen accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Assefa Mekonnen accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Assefa Mekonnen commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99348); Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99310). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.