Aaron Howard Kaufman, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Aaron Howard Kaufman is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Los Angeles, CA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across CA can see Aaron Howard Kaufman, M.D. in person in Los Angeles or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 2002 and has 24+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and depression (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.7/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
300 Ucla Medical Plz Ste 2200, Los Angeles, CA 90095-8353
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 76% of doctors in California on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202391.7/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.1 pts)
Better than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
167
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
137
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
979
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $122k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Depression.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Keck School of Medicine of Usc
Board certified · Jul 15, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400, Los Angeles, CA 90045-5631
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 191326
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Aaron Howard Kaufman for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, depression management — no travel to Los Angeles required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aaron Howard Kaufman
Dr. Kaufman is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Los Angeles, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (310) 825-9989.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Aaron Howard Kaufman
Practice Location
300 Ucla Medical Plz Ste 2200, Los Angeles, CA 90095-8353
Mailing Address
5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400, Los Angeles, CA 90045-5631
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