Ayad Hamdan, M.D.

Hematology & Oncology

Internal Medicine

Ayad Hamdan is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in La Jolla, CA with over 23 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(858) 822-6600La Jolla, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across CA can see Ayad Hamdan, M.D. in person in La Jolla or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 23+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the La Jolla area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 21% of reporting doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 796 Internal Medicine providers in CASee all Internal Medicine in La Jolla23+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 193dNPPES updated 2025-11-12 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

3855 Health Sciences Dr # 960, La Jolla, CA 92093-1503

Fax: (858) 822-6844
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

4.8%

California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.3 pts)

4.8% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

78.2%

California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.6 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

150

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

50

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

625

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $1.83M

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+1%)71%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-4%)45%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+7%)37%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+1%)35%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
31%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Lower than avg (-5%)27%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-6%)26%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Nov 11, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 23 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineHematology & Oncology in La JollaAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

Taxonomy: 207RH0003X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

File 57326, Los Angeles, CA 90074-7326

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 190008

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Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Ayad Hamdan

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Ayad Hamdan for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to La Jolla 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 Ayad Hamdan

NPI records show Dr. Hamdan as active with telehealth listed in La Jolla, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (858) 822-6600.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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