Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ammar Charestan, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Family Medicine Physician · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1295181543
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 73.6 / 100 · 2023
- 16 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
300 Fir St Fl 1
San Diego, CA 921012393
(619) 446-1575 - Additional location
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6071 Outer Dr W
Detroit, MI 48235
(313) 966-1008 - Mailing address
-
1320 Lorna Ave
El Cajon, CA 920207570
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 13, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #A166970 · Michigan #4301500313
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1295181543. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
385
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$36,143
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 105 | 104 | $96 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 68 | 68 | $191 | |
87426 |
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus | 41 | 40 | $35 | |
87804 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus | 38 | 18 | $16 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 29 | 29 | $134 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 26 | 26 | $120 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 23 | 23 | $7 | |
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 23 | 23 | $2 | |
87880 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) | 17 | 17 | $16 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 15 | 15 | $233 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 125 peers in San Diego Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 64. This provider delivers 6.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
104
Patients
92
Total drug cost
$1,390
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 30 | 30 | $502 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 30 | 29 | $474 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 20 | 20 | $189 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 13 | 13 | $183 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $43 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ammar Charestan's medical specialty?
Dr. Ammar Charestan practices Family Medicine Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Ammar Charestan practice?
Dr. Ammar Charestan practices at 300 Fir St Fl 1, San Diego, CA 921012393. Office phone: 6194461575.
What is Dr. Ammar Charestan's NPI?
Dr. Ammar Charestan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295181543, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ammar Charestan accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ammar Charestan accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ammar Charestan 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 99215); Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (HCPCS 87426). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.