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Dr. Mike Rostami, M.D.
Dermatology · Los Angeles, CA
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-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.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Rostami 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. Rostami
Dr. Mike Rostami is a dermatology specialist in Los Angeles, CA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Rostami performed 11,232 Medicare services across 3,041 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Rostami received a total of $161 from 4 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 4 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in dermatology. 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. Rostami 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 4% volume in CA
$161 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗11,232
Medicare services
Top 4% in CA for dermatology
3,041
Unique beneficiaries
$42
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~591 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
3,511 | $70 | $175 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
1,924 | $0 | $50 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
1,342 | $0 | $50 |
| Trimethobenzamide HCl injection, up to 200 mg An injection of trimethobenzamide hydrochloride administered in a dose of up to 200 mg. |
1,121 | $31 | $50 |
| Inhalation treatment for airway obstruction or sputum production A treatment involving the inhalation of medication to help clear airway obstructions or reduce sputum production. |
537 | $8 | $40 |
| Ceftriaxone antibiotic injection This code represents the administration of ceftriaxone sodium, an antibiotic medication. The charge is calculated for every 250 mg of the drug administered. |
400 | $0 | $50 |
| Diphenhydramine injection, up to 50 mg An injection of diphenhydramine hydrochloride, an antihistamine medication, administered in a dose of up to 50 milligrams. |
335 | $1 | $30 |
| Electrocardiogram (EKG), 12-lead A standard heart rhythm test using at least 12 leads to record electrical activity. A healthcare provider interprets the results and provides a written report. |
190 | $12 | $100 |
| Injection, furosemide, up to 20 mg | 164 | $0 | $30 |
| Flu vaccine, high-dose High-dose seasonal influenza vaccine for adults aged 65 and older. Contains four times the antigen of standard-dose flu vaccines (60 mcg per strain), split-virus formulation, preservative-free, single-dose syringe. |
152 | $72 | $80 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
152 | $33 | $40 |
| Cefazolin sodium injection, 500 mg An injection of 500 mg of cefazolin sodium, an antibiotic medication, administered into the body. |
144 | $1 | $30 |
| Urinalysis, manual A manual laboratory examination of a urine sample to check for various substances and cells. |
124 | $3 | $15 |
| Chest strapping Application of supportive straps or bandages to the chest area. |
111 | $27 | $100 |
| Assessment of and care planning for patient with impaired thought processing, typically 60 minutes | 99 | $221 | $300 |
| Diphtheria and tetanus vaccine (7 years or older) A vaccine administered to individuals aged 7 and older to provide protection against diphtheria and tetanus infections. |
93 | $22 | $150 |
| Complex or multiple skin abscess drainage A procedure to drain one or more skin abscesses that are complex in nature. This involves opening and cleaning the infected pockets under the skin. |
76 | $170 | $350 |
| Ear canal foreign body removal under anesthesia This procedure involves the removal of a foreign object from the ear canal while the patient is under anesthesia. |
76 | $78 | $150 |
| Removal of impacted stool or foreign body from rectum under anesthesia This procedure involves the removal of impacted stool or a foreign object from the rectum while the patient is under anesthesia. |
72 | $268 | $350 |
| Anoscopy A diagnostic exam of the anus using a thin, lighted tube called an endoscope to look inside. |
70 | $105 | $152 |
| Removal of neck or chest muscle growth, less than 5 cm Surgical removal of a growth from the muscles of the neck or front of the chest that is smaller than 5 centimeters. |
68 | $379 | $500 |
| Drainage of deep abscess or blood accumulation of upper arm or elbow This procedure involves draining a deep abscess or a collection of blood from the upper arm or elbow area. |
45 | $234 | $300 |
| Simple control of nosebleed A procedure to stop a nosebleed using basic methods. It involves direct pressure or simple packing to control bleeding from the nasal passages. |
45 | $124 | $200 |
| Destruction of 15 or more precancerous skin growths This procedure involves the removal or destruction of fifteen or more precancerous skin lesions. It is performed to treat abnormal skin cells that have the potential to develop into cancer. |
38 | $118 | $150 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
35 | $1 | $35 |
| Drainage of fluid-filled sac in foot This procedure involves draining fluid from a sac located in the foot. It is performed to remove accumulated fluid from the affected area. |
34 | $135 | $300 |
| Insertion of temporary bladder tube | 31 | $37 | $200 |
| Intermediate wound repair, 7.6-12.5 cm This procedure involves stitching a wound on the scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs that measures between 7.6 and 12.5 centimeters. It includes cleaning the wound and closing it with sutures to promote healing. |
30 | $233 | $300 |
| Complicated abscess drainage of finger A procedure to drain a complex abscess located in the finger. This involves opening the infected area to remove pus and debris. |
30 | $233 | $300 |
| Intermediate repair of wound of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 5.1-7.5 cm | 23 | $220 | $300 |
| Incision of external hemorrhoid with blood clot A minor procedure to cut open an external hemorrhoid to remove a blood clot and relieve pain or pressure. |
23 | $174 | $300 |
| Removal of skin growth under pelvis/hip, less than 3.0 cm A procedure to remove a growth located under the skin of the pelvis or hip area. The growth being removed is smaller than 3.0 centimeters in size. |
22 | $196 | $250 |
| Injection of anesthetic or steroid into sacroiliac joint with imaging guidance This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid medication into the joint connecting the lower spine and hip bone. Imaging guidance is used to ensure accurate placement of the injection. |
21 | $128 | $250 |
| Deep foreign body removal from foot A procedure to remove a foreign object embedded deeply within the tissues of the foot. |
19 | $353 | $450 |
| Long leg splint application A splint is applied to the leg, extending from the thigh down to the ankle or toes, to support and immobilize the limb. |
18 | $76 | $100 |
| 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. |
18 | $65 | $350 |
| Shoulder strapping Application of supportive strapping to the shoulder area. This procedure involves securing the shoulder with straps for support or stabilization. |
16 | $25 | $100 |
| Knee strapping Application of supportive strapping to the knee joint for stabilization or injury management. |
12 | $25 | $100 |
| Foreign body removal from throat A procedure to remove an object lodged in the throat. This service involves the extraction of the foreign body to restore normal function and safety. |
11 | $174 | $300 |
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 ↗$161
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $40/year across 4 years
Bottom 41% in CA for dermatology
4
Companies
4
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
$161 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$17
2021
$16
2019
$116
2018
$12
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Dentsply Sirona Inc
$17
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$116
Dentsply Sirona Inc
$17
AbbVie Inc.
$16
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 92.8% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ASTRA TECH Implant System · BEXSERO · COSENTYX · UBRELVY
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 (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Dermatologists within 10 mi
552
Per 100K population
5.6
County median income
$87,760
Nearest hospital
L A DOWNTOWN MEDICAL CENTER
1.9 mi
1.9 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. Rostami is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 4% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement, 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. Rostami experienced with office visit, established patient (20-29 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Rostami performed 3,511 office visit, established patient (20-29 min) 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. Rostami receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Rostami received a total of $161 from 4 companies across 4 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. Rostami's costs compare to other dermatologists in Los Angeles?
Dr. Rostami's average Medicare payment per service is $42. 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. Rostami) 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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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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