Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Fariba Javaherian, M.D

Dermatology · Northridge, CA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
17075 DEVONSHIRE ST STE 208, Northridge, CA 91325
8182174351
In practice since 2006 (19 years)
NPI: 1114088804 verify on NPPES ↗
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
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What this data tells you about Dr. Javaherian

Dr. Fariba Javaherian is a dermatology specialist in Northridge, CA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Javaherian performed 16,121 Medicare services across 1,687 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Javaherian received a total of $1,603 from 12 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 27 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. Javaherian 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 $1,603 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
16,121
Medicare services
Top 4% in CA for dermatology
1,687
Unique beneficiaries
$24
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~848 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
Allergy skin test
A diagnostic test performed to identify specific allergies by applying or introducing allergenic extracts to the body. The procedure measures the patient's immune response to various potential allergens.
4,723 $4 $16
Ultrasound therapy, each 15 minutes
Application of ultrasound waves to tissue for therapeutic purposes. The procedure is billed in 15-minute increments.
4,096 $9 $40
Electrical stimulation therapy, per 15 minutes
Application of electrical stimulation to the body with a therapist present. The service is billed for each 15-minute increment of treatment.
2,457 $10 $40
Manual therapy (hands-on treatment), per 15 min 2,448 $23 $50
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.
814 $76 $180
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.
576 $108 $250
Physical therapy exercise, per 15 min
A therapy session using exercises to improve strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility. Each 15-minute unit is billed separately.
378 $25 $45
Ultrasound of heart
An imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the heart's structure and function.
106 $120 $500
Ultrasound of head and neck blood flow, bilateral
An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to visualize and assess blood flow in the vessels of both the head and the neck.
106 $175 $400
Complex wound repair, 1.1-2.5 cm
A surgical procedure to close a complex wound measuring between 1.1 and 2.5 centimeters on areas such as the face, neck, hands, or feet.
98 $254 $450
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.
50 $95 $300
Skin growth removal, back or sides, less than 3.0 cm
This procedure involves the surgical removal of a skin growth located on the back or lower sides of the body. The growth being removed is smaller than 3.0 centimeters in size.
40 $446 $650
Complex wound repair of trunk, 1.1-2.5 cm
A surgical procedure to close a complex wound on the trunk that measures between 1.1 and 2.5 centimeters.
37 $292 $430
Skin biopsy of forearm or wrist
A procedure to remove a small sample of skin tissue from the forearm or wrist for laboratory examination.
37 $116 $350
Complicated wound repair, scalp/arms/legs, 1.1-2.5 cm
A complex surgical procedure to close a wound on the scalp, arms, or legs that measures between 1.1 and 2.5 centimeters.
31 $306 $400
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.
24 $50 $150
Shoulder surface tissue biopsy
A procedure to remove a small sample of skin or tissue from the surface of the shoulder for laboratory examination.
23 $100 $350
Fingernail or toenail biopsy
A small sample of tissue is taken from a fingernail or toenail for laboratory examination.
22 $57 $375
Excision of skin growth, shoulder, less than 3 cm
Surgical removal of a skin growth located on the shoulder area that measures less than 3 centimeters in diameter.
17 $314 $400
Intermediate wound repair, 2.5 cm or less
A medical procedure to close a wound on the neck, hands, feet, or genitals that is 2.5 centimeters or smaller. It involves cleaning the area and stitching the skin layers to promote healing.
15 $183 $400
Soft tissue biopsy of neck or chest
A procedure to remove a small sample of tissue from the neck or chest area for laboratory examination.
12 $121 $465
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.
11 $56 $350
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 ↗
$1,603
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $321/year across 5 years
Bottom 48% in CA for dermatology
12
Companies
27
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
$1,603 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$32
2022
$21
2021
$219
2019
$362
2018
$969

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Amgen Inc.
$32
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$527
KVK-Tech, Inc.
$286
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$225
MannKind Corporation
$164
Mannkind Corporation
$146
GENZYME CORPORATION
$100
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$43
Amgen Inc.
$32
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$26
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$24
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$19
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 64.8% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AFREZZA · DISEASE STATE · JARDIANCE · PRALUENT · PRALUENT ALIROCUMAB INJECTION · RELISTOR · Repatha · TRINTELLIX · Vascepa · XARELTO · XIFAXAN
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.

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Geographic Context

Dermatologists within 10 mi
389
Per 100K population
3.9
County median income
$87,760
Nearest hospital
NORTHRIDGE 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. Javaherian is a mixed practice 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. Javaherian experienced with allergy skin test?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Javaherian performed 4,723 allergy skin test 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. Javaherian receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Javaherian received a total of $1,603 from 12 companies across 27 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. Javaherian's costs compare to other dermatologists in Northridge?
Dr. Javaherian's average Medicare payment per service is $24. 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. Javaherian) 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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