Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Hermoz Ayvazian, DPM
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist · Glendale, CA
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Ayvazian
Dr. Hermoz Ayvazian is a foot & ankle surgery podiatrist in Glendale, CA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Ayvazian performed 13,206 Medicare services across 6,573 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Ayvazian received a total of $23,554 from 58 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 427 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in foot & ankle surgery podiatrist. 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. Ayvazian 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.
✓ 19 years in practice
▲ Top 2% volume in CA
$23,554 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗13,206
Medicare services
Top 2% in CA for foot & ankle surgery podiatrist
6,573
Unique beneficiaries
$75
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~695 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toenail/fingernail removal, 1-5 nails This procedure involves the removal of one to five fingernails or toenails. |
1,689 | $29 | $85 |
| Office visit, established patient (10-19 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting 10 to 19 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
1,318 | $49 | $85 |
| 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. |
1,101 | $78 | $115 |
| Strapping, unna boot | 951 | $64 | $125 |
| Trimming of dystrophic nails Trimming of dystrophic nails, any number |
723 | $14 | $85 |
| Removal of thickened skin growths, 2-4 This procedure involves the removal of two to four benign, thickened skin growths. It is a minor surgical intervention to eliminate non-cancerous skin lesions. |
707 | $71 | $115 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
540 | $0 | $5 |
| Muscle or tissue removal, 20 sq cm or less This procedure involves the surgical removal of muscle or other tissue from the body. The total area of the removed tissue is 20.0 square centimeters or less. |
512 | $185 | $484 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, low complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an established patient with straightforward or low-level medical decision making. The visit requires at least 25 minutes of time spent on the day of service. |
437 | $41 | $150 |
| Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 1 growth This procedure involves the removal of a single benign, thickened skin growth. It is a minor surgical intervention to eliminate the lesion. |
394 | $63 | $95 |
| Tendon or ligament injection A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon or ligament. |
343 | $40 | $125 |
| Bone removal, 20 sq cm or less Surgical removal of a small area of bone, measuring 20 square centimeters or less. |
339 | $266 | $544 |
| Toe strapping Application of strapping to the toes for support or stabilization. |
330 | $13 | $55 |
| Therapy procedure using ultrasound A therapeutic treatment that utilizes ultrasound technology. The specific clinical purpose or condition treated is not defined in the provided description. |
318 | $409 | $623 |
| Toenail/fingernail removal, 6+ nails Surgical removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. This procedure involves the excision of multiple nails during a single session. |
292 | $39 | $95 |
| Skin and tissue removal, 20 sq cm or less This procedure involves the surgical excision of skin and underlying tissue from an area measuring 20 square centimeters or smaller. |
288 | $112 | $317 |
| 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. |
264 | $96 | $150 |
| Additional bone removal, per 20 sq cm This code covers the removal of bone tissue in increments of 20 square centimeters or less, billed for each additional area treated beyond the initial procedure. |
247 | $79 | $526 |
| Wound tissue removal, 20 sq cm or less This procedure involves the removal of tissue from a wound area measuring 20 square centimeters or less. |
245 | $91 | $165 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, small joint Removal of fluid from a small joint or injection of medication into a small joint. |
241 | $30 | $125 |
| Ankle or foot strapping Application of supportive bandages or tape to the ankle or foot to provide stability and protection. |
227 | $23 | $65 |
| Initial hospital admission, high complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 75 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
205 | $145 | $350 |
| Simple drainage of skin abscess A minor procedure to drain a localized collection of pus from the skin. The abscess is opened to allow the fluid to escape and promote healing. |
163 | $106 | $150 |
| Foot X-ray, 3+ views An X-ray imaging test of the foot that captures at least three different views to evaluate the bones and joints. |
144 | $32 | $115 |
| Destruction of skin growths (warts/lesions), 1-14 This procedure involves the removal or destruction of one to fourteen skin growths. It is a minor surgical intervention performed on the skin surface. |
140 | $100 | $175 |
| Home visit, established patient, straightforward decision making A home visit for an established patient involving straightforward medical decision making. The visit lasts at least 15 minutes when time is used to determine the level of service. |
97 | $37 | $75 |
| X-ray of foot, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the foot using two different angles to create pictures of the bones and joints. |
80 | $26 | $95 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It allows healthcare providers to examine the structure and blood flow within these arteries. |
68 | $76 | $150 |
| Simple separation of fingernail or toenail from nail bed, first nail A procedure to separate the first fingernail or toenail from the underlying nail bed. |
64 | $90 | $150 |
| X-ray of ankle, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the ankle using two different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
57 | $30 | $115 |
| Ultrasound of leg arteries or grafts An imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the blood vessels in the legs or any surgical grafts present. |
45 | $223 | $450 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in the arm or leg. The test uses sound waves to check blood flow and may include compression and other maneuvers. |
45 | $173 | $250 |
| Trigger point injection, 1-2 muscles A procedure involving the injection of medication into one or two specific muscles to treat trigger points. |
41 | $25 | $125 |
| 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. |
41 | $143 | $200 |
| Nursing facility visit, established patient, straightforward A follow-up visit by a healthcare provider at a nursing facility for an established patient. The visit involves straightforward medical decision making and lasts at least 10 minutes. |
41 | $34 | $95 |
| Drainage of blood under fingernail or toenail This procedure involves removing a collection of blood that has accumulated beneath a fingernail or toenail. |
38 | $42 | $140 |
| Incision of foot bone A surgical procedure involving an incision into a bone of the foot. |
36 | $398 | $950 |
| 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. |
35 | $98 | $127 |
| Removal of more than 4 noncancerous thickened skin growths This procedure involves the removal of more than four noncancerous thickened skin growths. It is a surgical intervention to eliminate benign skin lesions. |
34 | $72 | $135 |
| Permanent removal fingernail or toenail | 32 | $143 | $300 |
| Foot nerve injection with anesthetic and/or steroid An injection of an anesthetic and/or steroid medication into a nerve in the foot. |
32 | $31 | $85 |
| Aspiration or injection of tendon cyst This procedure involves draining fluid from a cyst on a tendon or injecting medication into it. |
30 | $53 | $125 |
| Additional tissue removal, per 20 sq cm This code covers the removal of extra muscle or tissue in increments of 20 square centimeters or less. It is used to bill for additional areas treated beyond the initial procedure. |
26 | $62 | $519 |
| Autonomic nervous system function test This test evaluates how well the sympathetic nervous system is functioning. It assesses the automatic control of bodily processes such as heart rate and blood pressure. |
24 | $112 | $350 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, moderate complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an existing patient involving moderate medical decision making. The visit requires at least 35 minutes of time spent on the date of service. |
23 | $66 | $200 |
| Application of below-knee walking cast A cast is applied to the lower leg, extending from below the knee to the toes, to immobilize and protect the injured area while allowing for walking. |
22 | $67 | $150 |
| Bone biopsy using needle or trocar A procedure to remove a small sample of bone tissue using a needle or trocar for laboratory examination. |
21 | $113 | $300 |
| Skin substitute graft application, 25 sq cm or less Application of a skin substitute graft to a wound on the face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, around eyes, genitals, hands, feet, fingers, or toes. The wound area covered is 25.0 square centimeters or less. |
20 | $64 | $450 |
| Amputation of toe and midfoot bone Surgical removal of a toe along with associated bones in the midfoot region. |
19 | $248 | $650 |
| Amputation of toe at the joint Surgical removal of a toe at the joint where it connects to the foot. |
19 | $125 | $750 |
| Initial hospital admission, low complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving straightforward or low-level medical decision making, with at least 40 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
18 | $69 | $150 |
| Skin graft site preparation, face or scalp, 100 sq cm or less Preparation of the skin area on the face, scalp, or other specified body parts to receive a skin graft in infants and children. The area prepared is 100 square centimeters or 1% of the body surface area, whichever is less. |
15 | $347 | $650 |
| Fungal culture of skin, hair, or nail A laboratory test that grows and identifies fungal organisms, such as mold or yeast, from a sample of skin, hair, or nail. |
14 | $8 | $65 |
| Drainage of fluid-filled sacs in multiple foot joints This procedure involves draining fluid from the sacs located beneath the connective tissue in several joints of the foot. |
11 | $167 | $1,200 |
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 ↗$23,554
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $3,365/year across 7 years
Top 4% in CA for foot & ankle surgery podiatrist
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
58
Companies
427
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
$23,159 (98.3%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$395 (1.7%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$6,669
2023
$2,164
2022
$2,996
2021
$3,663
2020
$1,083
2019
$3,272
2018
$3,707
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS INC.
$3,720
Stryker Corporation
$998
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$451
Amgen Inc.
$429
PolyNovo North America LLC
$411
Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$353
PolyMedics Innovations Inc.
$109
Organogenesis Inc.
$50
ABBVIE INC.
$35
Nevro Corp.
$35
VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED
$30
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$21
Paragon 28, Inc.
$14
Fusion Orthopedics USA, LLC
$14
Top 3 companies account for 77.5% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$4,006
BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS INC.
$3,720
Paragon 28, Inc.
$2,917
Stryker Corporation
$1,761
Osiris Therapeutics Inc.
$1,715
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$970
Linvatec Corporation
$595
Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
$541
Amgen Inc.
$538
PolyNovo North America LLC
$537
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$510
Nevro Corp.
$424
BioTissue Holdings, Inc.
$395
RIKCO INTERNATIONAL, LLC
$395
Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$373
Sanara MedTech Inc.
$358
BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS, INC.
$302
ABBVIE INC.
$293
Organogenesis Inc.
$273
Melinta Therapeutics, Inc.
$240
Vaporox, Inc.
$164
Orthofix Medical, Inc.
$154
Cartiva, Inc.
$150
Horizon Pharma plc
$145
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.
$142
AbbVie Inc.
$140
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$138
ACELL, INC.
$134
Misonix Inc
$132
Aroa Biosurgery Incorporated
$123
KCI USA, Inc
$115
PolyMedics Innovations Inc.
$109
TISSUETECH, INC.
$102
PFIZER INC.
$98
Wright Medical Technology, Inc.
$96
Tactile Systems Technology Inc
$86
Kerecis Limited
$70
WRIGHT MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.
$67
Tenex Health Inc.
$60
Medline Industries, Inc.
$51
Melinta Therapeutics, LLC
$42
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
$42
Novum Pharma, LLC
$36
VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED
$30
Medartis Inc.
$25
Integra LifeSciences Corporation
$24
Heron Therapeutics, Inc.
$23
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$21
Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation Inc.
$20
IBSA Pharma Inc.
$19
Nabriva Therapeutics, plc
$19
Terumo BCT, Inc.
$19
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$19
Averitas Pharma Inc.
$17
Checkpoint Surgical, Inc
$16
ConvaTec Inc.
$15
Amniox Medical, Inc.
$14
Fusion Orthopedics USA, LLC
$14
Top 3 companies account for 45.2% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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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 (98%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 4% for foot & ankle surgery podiatrist in CA.
Geographic Context
Foot & ankle surgery podiatrists within 10 mi
298
Per 100K population
3.0
County median income
$87,760
Nearest hospital
GLENDALE MEM HOSPITAL & HLTH CENTER
0.9 mi
0.9 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. Ayvazian is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 4% of CA peers, with 19 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. Ayvazian experienced with toenail/fingernail removal, 1-5 nails?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Ayvazian performed 1,689 toenail/fingernail removal, 1-5 nails 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. Ayvazian receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Ayvazian received a total of $23,554 from 58 companies across 427 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. Ayvazian's costs compare to other foot & ankle surgery podiatrists in Glendale?
Dr. Ayvazian's average Medicare payment per service is $75. 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. Ayvazian) 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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