Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Faramarz Davidi, M.D.

Ophthalmology · Encino, CA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
16260 VENTURA BLVD, Encino, CA 91436
8189908008
In practice since 2007 (18 years)
NPI: 1902010937 verify on NPPES ↗
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating. This page presents federal public records about Dr. Davidi from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Davidi

Dr. Faramarz Davidi is an ophthalmology specialist in Encino, CA, with 18 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Davidi performed 16,231 Medicare services across 653 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Davidi received a total of $3,966 from 12 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 60 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in ophthalmology. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.

The Data Coverage level for Dr. Davidi 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.

✓ 18 years in practice ▲ Top 6% volume in CA $3,966 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
16,231
Medicare services
Top 6% in CA for ophthalmology
653
Unique beneficiaries
$10
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~902 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
Botox injection, per unit
An injection of onabotulinumtoxinA, a medication used to temporarily relax muscles or reduce gland activity. The dose is measured in units, with this code representing a single unit administered.
8,200 $5 $15
Botox injection (Xeomin), per unit
An injection of incobotulinumtoxin A, a botulinum toxin type A product, administered in a quantity of one unit.
7,130 $4 $16
Eye exam, established patient, focused
A limited examination of the visual system for an existing patient. The provider focuses on a specific eye-related concern or symptom.
346 $75 $150
Comprehensive eye exam, established patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a patient who has previously been seen by the provider.
177 $103 $200
Chemical nerve block for facial paralysis
Injection of a chemical agent to paralyze specific nerves or muscles on the side of the face.
116 $116 $600
New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) 111 $169 $250
Eye photography
Photographic imaging of the interior structures of the eye.
63 $19 $100
Visual field test, extended
A test that maps your complete field of vision to detect blind spots or peripheral vision loss. Extended testing provides a more detailed assessment than a standard visual field exam.
59 $54 $160
Extensive repair of turning-inward eyelid defect
A surgical procedure to correct an eyelid that turns inward. The repair addresses defects in the eyelid structure to restore normal function and appearance.
16 $873 $5,000
Optic nerve imaging (OCT scan)
Imaging of the optic nerve.
13 $32 $240
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.

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2024 ↗
$3,966
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $567/year across 7 years
Top 29% in CA for ophthalmology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
12
Companies
60
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.

Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$3,081 (77.7%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$885 (22.3%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$23
2023
$1,297
2022
$300
2021
$218
2020
$362
2019
$1,119
2018
$647

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$23
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Merz North America, Inc.
$1,657
Galderma Laboratories, L.P.
$1,117
Aerie Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$265
Lumenis BE inc
$213
Allergan, Inc.
$181
Ocular Therapeutix, Inc.
$148
Glaukos Corporation
$109
MERZ NORTH AMERICA, INC.
$91
Shire North American Group Inc
$72
Alcon Vision LLC
$45
Allergan Inc.
$43
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$23
Top 3 companies account for 76.7% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
BOTOX · BOTOX THERAPEUTIC · DEXTENZA · ISTENT TRABECULAR MICRO-BYPASS STENT SYSTEM · Izervay · M22 · Rhopressa · Simbrinza · XEOMIN · XIIDRA · Xeomin
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 →

Most payments (78%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.

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Geographic Context

Ophthalmologists within 10 mi
656
Per 100K population
6.7
County median income
$87,760
Nearest hospital
ENCINO HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER
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. Davidi is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 6% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 18 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. Davidi experienced with botox injection, per unit?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Davidi performed 8,200 botox injection, per unit 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. Davidi receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Davidi received a total of $3,966 from 12 companies across 60 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. Davidi's costs compare to other ophthalmologists in Encino?
Dr. Davidi's average Medicare payment per service is $10. 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. Davidi) 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 →
About this page

All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.

This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. Data Coverage reflects data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.

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Data Disclaimer — Data sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), Open Payments program, Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, and Provider Enrollment & Certification data (PECOS). Published under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by CMS, HHS, or the U.S. Government. Data may contain errors as reported to CMS by providers and reporting entities. Payments from industry are legal and do not indicate wrongdoing. Medicare data reflects only patients aged 65+ or those with qualifying disabilities. For corrections, contact CMS directly. This information does not constitute medical advice and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a healthcare provider. Procedure descriptions use plain language and do not reference CPT® codes, which are copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Full methodology → · Report a data error → · Privacy policy →