Brian Barrios Ayuste, M.D.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Brian Barrios Ayuste, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 21+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine (class of 2005), he has been practicing for over 21 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 28% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4481dNPPES updated 2014-01-28 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
10605 Balboa Blvd 240, Granada Hills, CA 91344-6342
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better82%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
460
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
306
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,041
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $789k
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — 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 (+40%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+40%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ 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 (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.4k received from industry
58 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 2024, attributed to Brian Barrios Ayuste's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
21 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine (Class of 2005)
Primary hospital affiliation: Long-term
CMS Certification Number: 192010
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Brian Barrios Ayuste
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Brian Barrios Ayuste for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Granada Hills 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 Brian Barrios Ayuste
NPI records show Dr. Ayuste as active with telehealth listed in Granada Hills, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (818) 366-4626.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Brian Barrios Ayuste
Practice Location
10605 Balboa Blvd 240, Granada Hills, CA 91344-6342
Mailing Address
10605 Balboa Blvd 240, Granada Hills, CA 91344-6342
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