Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melanie Friedlander, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Torrance, CA
- NPI 1770596330
- Accepts Medicare
- 33 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
23451 Madison St, Suite 340
Torrance, CA 905054763
(310) 373-6864
fax (310) 373-9547
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 2, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1993 — 33 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G85208
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1770596330. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
351
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$93,526
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 61 | 54 | $137 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 57 | 39 | $125 | |
19301 |
Partial removal of breast | 53 | 44 | $707 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 48 | 48 | $237 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 39 | 39 | $180 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 23 | 16 | $83 | |
38525 |
Biopsy or removal of deep lymph nodes of underarm | 22 | 22 | $239 | |
38900 |
Imaging of lymph nodes during surgery | 22 | 22 | $143 | |
47562 |
Removal of gallbladder using an endoscope | 14 | 14 | $693 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 12 | 12 | $182 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in Torrance Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 160. This provider delivers 2.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$480
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, INC. | 3 | $374.85 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $98.65 | |
| Intuitive Surgical, INC. | 1 | $6.63 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
72
Patients
68
Total drug cost
$249
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 72 | 68 | $249 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melanie Friedlander's medical specialty?
Dr. Melanie Friedlander practices Surgery Physician in Torrance, CA.
Where does Dr. Melanie Friedlander practice?
Dr. Melanie Friedlander practices at 23451 Madison St, Torrance, CA 905054763. Office phone: 3103736864.
What is Dr. Melanie Friedlander's NPI?
Dr. Melanie Friedlander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770596330, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melanie Friedlander accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melanie Friedlander accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melanie Friedlander commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Partial removal of breast (HCPCS 19301). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.