Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Shahram Naiem, M.D.
Optician · West Hollywood, CA
Practice pattern: Cardiac & Electrophysiology
— Practice combining cardiac and electrophysiology services
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Naiem
Dr. Shahram Naiem is an optician specialist in West Hollywood, CA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Naiem performed 5,399 Medicare services across 3,753 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Naiem received a total of $15,565 from 50 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 847 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in optician. 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. Naiem 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 16% volume in CA
$15,565 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗5,399
Medicare services
Top 16% in CA for optician
3,753
Unique beneficiaries
$117
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~284 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
1,301 | $12 | $85 |
| 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. |
928 | $98 | $241 |
| 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. |
486 | $71 | $181 |
| Regadenoson injection (Lexiscan) for heart stress test An injection of regadenoson, a medication used to stress the heart during diagnostic testing. |
332 | $45 | $112 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
271 | $172 | $577 |
| 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. |
238 | $169 | $441 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while monitoring the electrocardiogram under physician supervision and review. |
218 | $60 | $259 |
| 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. |
194 | $67 | $155 |
| Rubidium rb-82, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 60 millicuries | 166 | $416 | $1,090 |
| 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. |
158 | $130 | $342 |
| Stress echocardiogram with ECG monitoring An ultrasound of the heart performed while monitoring heart rhythm during rest, exercise, or medication-induced stress, followed by a review and report of the findings. |
143 | $198 | $549 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound test that uses sound waves to create images of the heart's blood flow, valves, and chambers. |
139 | $41 | $225 |
| Echocardiogram with color Doppler An ultrasound of the heart that uses color imaging to visualize blood flow, measure flow rate, and assess valve function. |
139 | $20 | $284 |
| Radiofrequency vein destruction, first vein A procedure to treat the first incompetent vein in the arm or leg using radiofrequency energy and imaging guidance. |
94 | $1,002 | $3,400 |
| Nuclear stress test of heart muscle A nuclear medicine imaging test that evaluates blood flow to the heart muscle while at rest and during stress. |
83 | $1,303 | $3,271 |
| Normal saline infusion, 250 cc Administration of 250 cubic centimeters of normal saline solution into a vein. This procedure involves the intravenous delivery of a sterile saltwater fluid. |
79 | $0 | $22 |
| Continuous EKG monitoring review, 48-7 days Review and interpretation of continuous external EKG recordings lasting more than 48 hours up to 7 days. |
57 | $19 | $107 |
| Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month. |
55 | $44 | $100 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in one arm or leg using compression and other maneuvers to assess blood flow and check for blockages. |
54 | $107 | $309 |
| Continuous external EKG monitoring, 48 hours to 7 days This procedure involves recording the heart's electrical activity continuously using an external device for a period exceeding 48 hours but not more than 7 days. |
46 | $10 | $100 |
| 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. |
42 | $177 | $436 |
| Initial hospital admission, moderate complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving moderate-level medical decision making, with at least 55 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
42 | $111 | $336 |
| Remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes This code covers the time spent by a provider managing patient data from remote vital sign monitoring devices. It applies to each additional 20-minute increment beyond the initial monthly service period. |
35 | $35 | $100 |
| Pacemaker programming, dual lead system Adjustment and configuration of a dual-lead pacemaker device to ensure proper operation and settings. |
25 | $68 | $180 |
| Complete ultrasound of aorta, vena cava, groin vessels or bypass grafts A complete ultrasound exam of the aorta, vena cava, groin vessels, or bypass grafts. This imaging test uses sound waves to visualize these blood vessels. |
20 | $161 | $526 |
| 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. |
15 | $148 | $400 |
| Transesophageal echocardiogram An ultrasound of the heart performed using a probe inserted into the esophagus to obtain detailed images of heart structures and function. |
14 | $91 | $390 |
| Cardiac catheterization | 13 | $227 | $873 |
| External shock to heart to regulate heart beat A procedure that delivers an electric shock to the heart from outside the body to restore a normal heart rhythm. |
12 | $93 | $341 |
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.
10.1% high complexity
23.4% medium
66.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$15,565
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $2,224/year across 7 years
Top 10% in CA for optician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
50
Companies
847
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
$15,436 (99.2%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$128 (0.8%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,420
2023
$2,839
2022
$2,144
2021
$2,138
2020
$1,406
2019
$2,253
2018
$2,365
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$405
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$281
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$181
PFIZER INC.
$161
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$149
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$144
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$142
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$110
Amgen Inc.
$108
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
$89
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$88
Abbott Laboratories
$84
Philips North America LLC
$75
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$70
Boston Scientific Corporation
$58
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$57
HEARTFLOW, INC.
$47
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$44
Impulse Dynamics (USA) Inc.
$41
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$36
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$24
Azurity Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$23
Top 3 companies account for 35.9% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$2,266
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$2,030
Amgen Inc.
$1,564
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$1,242
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$1,237
PFIZER INC.
$879
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$598
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$454
Abbott Laboratories
$453
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$325
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$308
NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS CORPORATION
$287
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$275
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$272
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$253
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
$249
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$222
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals, Ltd.
$197
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$176
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$174
Boston Scientific Corporation
$173
BIOTRONIK INC.
$150
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$146
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$144
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$134
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$131
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$104
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$104
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$87
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$85
Impulse Dynamics (USA) Inc.
$84
HeartFlow, Inc.
$83
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$83
Philips North America LLC
$75
Medtronic, Inc.
$65
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$62
Chiesi USA, Inc.
$52
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$50
HEARTFLOW, INC.
$47
Bardy Diagnostics, Inc.
$37
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$36
Kestra Medical Technology Services, Inc.
$26
Novo Nordisk Inc
$23
Baxter Healthcare
$23
Azurity Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$23
Arbor Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$22
CHIESI USA, INC.
$19
Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
$17
bsn medical inc
$13
Venclose Inc.
$5
Top 3 companies account for 37.7% 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 (99%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 10% for optician in CA.
Geographic Context
Opticians within 10 mi
1,540
Per 100K population
15.6
County median income
$87,760
Nearest hospital
CEDARS-SINAI MEDICAL CENTER
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. Naiem is a cardiac & electrophysiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 16% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 10% 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. Naiem experienced with electrocardiogram (ekg), 12-lead?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Naiem performed 1,301 electrocardiogram (ekg), 12-lead 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. Naiem receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Naiem received a total of $15,565 from 50 companies across 847 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. Naiem's costs compare to other opticians in West Hollywood?
Dr. Naiem's average Medicare payment per service is $117. 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. Naiem) 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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