Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nick Pakzad, M.D.
Pulmonary Disease Physician (CMS: Pulmonary Disease) · Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Walnut Creek, CA
- NPI 1316280555
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.7 / 100 · 2023
- 13 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2700 Ygnacio Valley RD Ste 100
Walnut Creek, CA 945983462
(925) 939-3050
fax (925) 939-3057
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 18, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RP1001X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A138152
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1316280555. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,070
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$287,987
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 606 | 239 | $237 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 316 | 172 | $90 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 164 | 98 | $130 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 159 | 93 | $124 | |
99292 |
Critical care, each additional 30 minutes | 150 | 117 | $119 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 111 | 66 | $56 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 76 | 74 | $147 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 47 | 29 | $175 | |
32555 |
Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance | 46 | 44 | $144 | |
31645 |
Aspiration of initial secretion of lung airway using an endoscope | 38 | 35 | $151 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Walnut Creek Pulmonary Disease Physician, average services per provider: 80. This provider delivers 26× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$26
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspire Medical Systems, INC. | 1 | $26.02 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
546
Patients
121
Total drug cost
$669,016
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breo Ellipta (Fluticasone/Vilanterol) | Brand | 109 | 21 | $61,254 |
| Montelukast Sodium | Generic | 95 | 25 | $1,366 |
| Trelegy Ellipta (Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter) | Brand | 79 | 18 | $65,297 |
| Anoro Ellipta (Umeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Tr) | Brand | 75 | 15 | $39,542 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 55 | 12 | $561 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 42 | 19 | $1,683 |
| Ofev (Nintedanib Esylate) | Brand | 40 | 0 | $498,982 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 27 | 11 | $62 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 12 | 0 | $38 |
| Pramipexole Dihydrochloride (Pramipexole di-Hcl) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $231 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nick Pakzad's medical specialty?
Dr. Nick Pakzad practices Pulmonary Disease Physician in Walnut Creek, CA.
Where does Dr. Nick Pakzad practice?
Dr. Nick Pakzad practices at 2700 Ygnacio Valley RD Ste 100, Walnut Creek, CA 945983462. Office phone: 9259393050.
What is Dr. Nick Pakzad's NPI?
Dr. Nick Pakzad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316280555, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nick Pakzad accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nick Pakzad accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nick Pakzad commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Critical care (HCPCS 99291); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.