Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Stephan Yacoubian, MD
Orthopedic Surgery · Burbank, CA
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Mixed engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
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What this data tells you about Dr. Yacoubian
Dr. Stephan Yacoubian is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Burbank, CA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Yacoubian performed 5,182 Medicare services across 3,050 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Yacoubian received a total of $1,108,846 from 16 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 112 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in orthopedic surgery. The majority of payments are classified as financial or ownership interests (royalties, licensing fees, or investment interests). Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Yacoubian is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 10% volume in CA
$1,108,846 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗5,182
Medicare services
Top 10% in CA for orthopedic surgery
3,050
Unique beneficiaries
$90
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~259 Medicare services per year of practice
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betamethasone steroid injection An injection containing a combination of betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. |
1,104 | $5 | $30 |
| Office visit, established patient (20-29 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting between 20 and 29 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
695 | $73 | $241 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
410 | $0 | $6 |
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
333 | $103 | $356 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
324 | $57 | $240 |
| Ultrasound-guided large joint aspiration or injection This procedure uses ultrasound imaging to guide the removal of fluid from or the injection of medication into a large joint. |
320 | $90 | $371 |
| Hyaluronan intra-articular injection An injection of hyaluronan or a derivative into a joint to provide lubrication and cushioning. |
297 | $561 | $1,500 |
| Shoulder X-ray, 2+ views An X-ray imaging test of the shoulder joint using at least two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
265 | $31 | $98 |
| New patient office visit (45-59 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter. |
179 | $128 | $542 |
| Knee X-ray, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
160 | $31 | $99 |
| New patient office visit (30-44 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range. |
99 | $88 | $358 |
| X-ray of both knees, standing An X-ray image of both knees taken while the patient is standing to assess bone alignment and joint space under weight-bearing conditions. |
97 | $36 | $112 |
| X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using two to three different angles to visualize the bones and structures. |
91 | $36 | $112 |
| Pelvis X-ray, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test of the pelvic area using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
90 | $25 | $93 |
| Knee X-ray, 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint that captures three different angles to evaluate the bones and surrounding structures. |
86 | $36 | $117 |
| Orthovisc intra-articular injection An injection of hyaluronan or its derivative into a joint space to provide lubrication and cushioning. |
82 | $99 | $531 |
| MRI of arm joint, without contrast An MRI scan uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the arm joint. This specific procedure is performed without the use of a contrast dye. |
48 | $134 | $803 |
| Complete ultrasound scan of joint An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to create detailed images of a joint. This procedure allows for the visualization of the joint's internal structures. |
48 | $44 | $401 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
48 | $143 | $479 |
| Hip X-ray, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test of the hip joint using two to three different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
43 | $42 | $126 |
| Home health plan of care certification Certification by a physician or allowed practitioner for Medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care. This includes contacting the home health agency and reviewing reports of patient status required by physicians. |
42 | $43 | $179 |
| Intermediate repair of wound of scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 12.6-20.0 cm | 25 | $103 | $1,286 |
| MRI of lower spine, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the lower spinal canal that does not use contrast dye to create detailed images of the spine. |
25 | $108 | $754 |
| MRI of leg joint, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of a joint in the leg performed without the use of contrast dye. |
24 | $138 | $802 |
| MRI of upper spine without contrast An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal that does not use contrast dye. This imaging test uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed pictures of the spine. |
20 | $92 | $758 |
| Removal of surface implant from bone A surgical procedure to remove an implant that is attached to the surface of a bone. |
19 | $329 | $1,318 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test that captures 2 to 3 views of the lower back and sacral spine to visualize the bones and joints in this area. |
19 | $35 | $119 |
| Bone density scan (DEXA) A test that uses low-dose X-rays to measure bone mineral density in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps assess bone strength and risk of fractures. |
18 | $44 | $141 |
| Anchoring of biceps tendon | 17 | $322 | $2,498 |
| Imaging guidance for procedure, 60 minutes or less Use of imaging technology to guide a medical procedure. This service lasts 60 minutes or less. |
17 | $13 | $161 |
| Trigger point injection, 1-2 muscles A procedure involving the injection of medication into one or two specific muscles to treat trigger points. |
16 | $37 | $185 |
| Tendon or ligament injection A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon or ligament. |
15 | $45 | $198 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
15 | $52 | $202 |
| Shoulder labrum repair without bone graft Surgical reattachment of the shoulder joint capsule and cartilage to repair the shoulder rim without using a bone graft. |
14 | $453 | $3,335 |
| Total shoulder joint prosthetic repair Surgical replacement of the shoulder joint with a prosthetic device. This procedure involves removing damaged joint components and inserting artificial parts to restore function. |
14 | $1,226 | $4,849 |
| Incision of back knee joint capsule A surgical procedure involving an incision into the posterior capsule of the knee joint. |
13 | $351 | $2,697 |
| Total knee replacement | 13 | $1,087 | $4,513 |
| Arthroscopic shoulder surgery for bone shaving and ligament repair A minimally invasive procedure using a small camera to shave part of the shoulder bone and repair a ligament. |
13 | $143 | $800 |
| Removal of bursa or calcium deposit, pelvis A procedure to remove a fluid-filled sac (bursa) or a calcium deposit from the pelvic area. |
12 | $199 | $1,532 |
| Partial collarbone removal via endoscope This procedure involves the surgical removal of a portion of the collarbone (clavicle) using an endoscope, a small camera inserted through a tiny incision to guide the surgeon. |
12 | $213 | $2,235 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.
0.5% high complexity
53.4% medium
46.1% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$1,108,846
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $158,407/year across 7 years
Top 2% in CA for orthopedic surgery
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
16
Companies
112
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment profile
Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.
Financial / Ownership
Ownership or investment interests, royalties, and licensing fees
$1,046,667 (94.4%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$60,705 (5.5%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$794 (0.1%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$680 (0.1%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$208,627
2023
$148,696
2022
$166,121
2021
$128,453
2020
$128,082
2019
$194,250
2018
$134,617
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Arthrex, Inc.
$204,340
ENCORE MEDICAL, LP
$3,500
MIMEDX Group, Inc.
$680
KYOCERA MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
$56
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$51
Top 3 companies account for 99.9% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Arthrex, Inc.
$632,495
Advanced Orthopaedic Solutions, Inc.
$292,862
ADVANCED ORTHOPAEDIC SOLUTIONS, INC.
$121,310
ENCORE MEDICAL, LP
$60,848
MIMEDX Group, Inc.
$680
US Implant Solutions, LLC
$174
MicroPort Orthopedics Inc
$164
Stryker Corporation
$67
KYOCERA MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
$56
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$51
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$51
Saxum Surgical, Inc.
$29
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$22
Abbott Laboratories
$19
DJO, LLC
$11
Electronic Waveform Lab, Inc.
$8
Top 3 companies account for 94.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AOS ES TROCHANTERIC NAIL · AOS PRODUCTS · APTIOM · AXSOS · Bioinductive Implant with Arthroscopic Delivery System - Medium · DJO SURGICAL · DJO Surgical 3DKnee System · DJO Surgical AltiVate Anatomic System · DJO Surgical AltiVate Reverse · DJO Surgical EPIK Uni Knee · DJO Surgical Empowr Knee System · DJO Surgical Exprt Revision Hip · DJO Surgical Exprt Revision Knee · DJO Surgical Revelation Hip System · DJO Surgical TaperFill Hip System · GALILEO TROCHANTERIC NAIL SYSTEM · LEFT 11MM X 36CM X 130 · MONOVISC · MPO Hip System · PICO · Proclaim Family of SCS IPGs · TFN ADVANCED · TROCHANTERIC NAIL ES
Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Payments are distributed across multiple categories with no single dominant type. Total industry engagement is in the top 2% for orthopedic surgery in CA.
Geographic Context
Orthopedic surgeons within 10 mi
494
Per 100K population
5.0
County median income
$87,760
Nearest hospital
PROVIDENCE SAINT JOSEPH MEDICAL CTR
0.0 mi
0.0 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | Weekly updates |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | Monthly updates |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not public | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Yacoubian is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 10% in CA), with mixed engagement industry engagement in the top 2% of CA peers, with 20 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Yacoubian experienced with betamethasone steroid injection?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Yacoubian performed 1,104 betamethasone steroid injection services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Yacoubian receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Yacoubian received a total of $1,108,846 from 16 companies across 112 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Yacoubian's costs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Burbank?
Dr. Yacoubian's average Medicare payment per service is $90. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Yacoubian) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
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