Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Sofen, M.D.
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Los Angeles, CA
- NPI 1124026554
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 0.0 / 100 · 2023
- 45 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
8930 S Sepulveda Blvd, #114
Los Angeles, CA 900453606
(310) 337-7171
fax (310) 337-1081
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 18, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1981 — 45 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G47799
- Medicaid
- CA #00G477990
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1124026554. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,373
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$140,957
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 543 | 70 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 213 | 122 | $139 | |
17004 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths | 155 | 75 | $192 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 116 | 82 | $69 | |
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 82 | 57 | $39 | |
17311 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | 44 | 33 | $695 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 43 | 33 | $131 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 31 | 27 | $107 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 31 | 31 | $180 | |
11104 |
Punch biopsy, first skin growth | 24 | 18 | $144 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 38 peers in Los Angeles Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 159. This provider delivers 8.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$15,681
Transactions
71
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ucb, INC. | 7 | $11,016.68 | |
| Incyte Corporation | 6 | $2,549.44 | |
| Dermavant Sciences, INC. | 5 | $317.57 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 6 | $244.20 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 5 | $222.48 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 5 | $209.75 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 12 | $185.56 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 4 | $169.55 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 10 | $148.32 | |
| Amgen INC. | 5 | $129.65 | |
| Revance Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $119.35 | |
| Galderma Laboratories, L.P. | 2 | $102.98 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $89.64 | |
| Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $67.59 | |
| Leo Pharma INC. | 1 | $50.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
24
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$108,059
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cimzia (Certolizumab Pegol) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $78,033 |
| Olumiant (Baricitinib) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $30,027 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Sofen's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Sofen practices Dermatology Physician in Los Angeles, CA.
Where does Dr. Howard Sofen practice?
Dr. Howard Sofen practices at 8930 S Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 900453606. Office phone: 3103377171.
What is Dr. Howard Sofen's NPI?
Dr. Howard Sofen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124026554, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Sofen accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Sofen accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Sofen commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths (HCPCS 17004). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.