Armen Yeghia Nercessian, D.O.
With over 31 years in general practice, Armen Yeghia Nercessian, D.O. is a long-established general practitioner in West Covina. He has been in practice for 31+ years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 53% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 27% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
2425 S Azusa Ave, West Covina, CA 91792-1536
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
20237.71/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-75.9 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.57%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California0.57% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better81.6%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
698
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
654
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
38,995
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $6.79M
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, Diabetes, and High Cholesterol.
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — 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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+39%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$178 received from industry
15 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Armen Yeghia Nercessian's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions.
Taxonomy: 208D00000X
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 380025
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual General Practice Care With Armen Yeghia Nercessian
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Armen Yeghia Nercessian for blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins, cholesterol management — no travel to West Covina 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 Armen Yeghia Nercessian
NPI records show Dr. Nercessian as active with telehealth listed in West Covina, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (626) 839-9111.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Armen Yeghia Nercessian
Practice Location
2425 S Azusa Ave, West Covina, CA 91792-1536
Mailing Address
2425 S Azusa Ave, West Covina, CA 91792-1536
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