Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Kassardjian, D.O.
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Torrance, CA
- NPI 1740567981
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.9 / 100 · 2023
- 16 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
23550 Hawthorne Blvd Ste 200, Suite 200
Torrance, CA 905054722
(310) 326-2636
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 18, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #20A11896
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1740567981. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
7,766
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$728,036
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 2,979 | 413 | $8 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,317 | 652 | $98 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 905 | 520 | $63 | |
0394T |
High dose rate electronic brachytherapy, external | 551 | 45 | $164 | |
77280 |
Obtaining data needed to develop the optimal radiation treatment, 1 treatment area | 361 | 39 | $315 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 331 | 267 | $106 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 245 | 204 | $128 | |
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 160 | 120 | $40 | |
17004 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths | 134 | 94 | $192 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 98 | 74 | $139 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in Torrance Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 250. This provider delivers 31× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$209
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 2 | $53.12 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 2 | $50.45 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 2 | $49.47 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 1 | $36.77 | |
| Galderma Laboratories, L.P. | 1 | $19.50 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
939
Patients
639
Total drug cost
$33,874
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 206 | 112 | $4,208 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 168 | 117 | $1,472 |
| Fluorouracil | Generic | 132 | 108 | $7,458 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 88 | 46 | $8,308 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 67 | 48 | $448 |
| Fluocinonide | Generic | 39 | 31 | $1,895 |
| Desonide | Generic | 35 | 34 | $1,645 |
| Betamethasone Valerate | Generic | 32 | 29 | $799 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | Generic | 32 | 19 | $1,427 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 27 | 16 | $926 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Kassardjian's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Kassardjian practices Dermatology Physician in Torrance, CA.
Where does Dr. Michael Kassardjian practice?
Dr. Michael Kassardjian practices at 23550 Hawthorne Blvd Ste 200, Torrance, CA 905054722. Office phone: 3103262636.
What is Dr. Michael Kassardjian's NPI?
Dr. Michael Kassardjian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740567981, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Kassardjian accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Kassardjian accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Kassardjian 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 99213); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth (HCPCS 17000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.