Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Valerie Friedman, PH.D.

Clinical Psychologist · Santa Barbara, CA

  • NPI 1942624028
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 15 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Solo practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
11 West Victoria St. #209
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 722-0536

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
February 2014 — 12 yrs on file
Year of graduation
2011 — 15 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
103TC0700X — NUCC code
State license (1)
California #PSY26186

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942624028. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
261
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$39,777
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
90837 Psychotherapy, 1 hour 261 17 $152

In context: peer comparison

Among 6 peers in this city , average services per provider: 340. This provider delivers 0.8× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Valerie Friedman's medical specialty?
Dr. Valerie Friedman practices Clinical Psychologist in Santa Barbara, CA.
Where does Dr. Valerie Friedman practice?
Dr. Valerie Friedman practices at 11 West Victoria St. #209, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Office phone: 8057220536.
What is Dr. Valerie Friedman's NPI?
Dr. Valerie Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942624028, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Valerie Friedman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Valerie Friedman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Valerie Friedman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Psychotherapy (HCPCS 90837). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.