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Dr. Sunny Melendez, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (CMS: Endocrinology) · Torrance, CA
- NPI 1033293576
- Accepts Medicare
- 42 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2841 Lomita Blvd, Suite 205
Torrance, CA 905055105
(310) 542-7733
fax (310) 542-8077
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 22, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RE0101X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A44230
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1033293576. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
24,911
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$453,282
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 1,176 | 168 | $8 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 1,060 | 169 | $192 | |
84295 |
Blood sodium level | 1,017 | 168 | $5 | |
84132 |
Blood potassium level | 1,016 | 166 | $5 | |
82565 |
Blood creatinine level | 1,009 | 166 | $5 | |
82310 |
Calcium level, total | 1,008 | 166 | $5 | |
84520 |
Urea nitrogen level to assess kidney function, quantitative | 1,008 | 166 | $4 | |
82374 |
Carbon dioxide (bicarbonate) level | 1,007 | 166 | $5 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 972 | 168 | $8 | |
84100 |
Phosphate level | 961 | 168 | $5 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Torrance Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician, average services per provider: 425. This provider delivers 59× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$3,377
Transactions
91
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 9 | $652.49 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 25 | $559.79 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 6 | $455.77 | |
| Esperion Therapeutics, INC. | 8 | $258.91 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 5 | $256.79 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 9 | $166.30 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 6 | $158.27 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 7 | $154.51 | |
| Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $112.28 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $111.05 | |
| Dexcom, INC. | 3 | $72.86 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 4 | $65.07 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 3 | $62.99 | |
| Recordati_Rare_Diseases_INC. | 2 | $56.88 | |
| Beta Bionics, INC. | 2 | $47.62 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,950
Patients
753
Total drug cost
$1,871,492
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kerendia (Finerenone) | Brand | 353 | 64 | $390,146 |
| Repatha Sureclick (Evolocumab) | Brand | 281 | 58 | $296,288 |
| Vascepa (Icosapent Ethyl) | Brand | 249 | 61 | $174,941 |
| Ezetimibe | Generic | 228 | 69 | $13,200 |
| Pioglitazone Hcl | Generic | 224 | 62 | $4,706 |
| Synjardy Xr (Empagliflozin/Metformin Hcl) | Brand | 223 | 59 | $301,071 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 217 | 61 | $6,321 |
| Jardiance (Empagliflozin) | Brand | 200 | 41 | $235,708 |
| Ozempic (Semaglutide) | Brand | 178 | 42 | $263,721 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 152 | 46 | $2,391 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Sunny Melendez's medical specialty?
Dr. Sunny Melendez practices Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician in Torrance, CA.
Where does Dr. Sunny Melendez practice?
Dr. Sunny Melendez practices at 2841 Lomita Blvd, Torrance, CA 905055105. Office phone: 3105427733.
What is Dr. Sunny Melendez's NPI?
Dr. Sunny Melendez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033293576, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Sunny Melendez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Sunny Melendez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Sunny Melendez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Blood sodium level (HCPCS 84295). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.