Daisy S. Lankarani, M.D.
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Daisy S. Lankarani is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Santa Monica, CA with over 11 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Daisy S. Lankarani, M.D. specializes in internal medicine, serving patients in Santa Monica, CA in group practice. She has been in practice for 11+ years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 84/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 42% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 51% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in California, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202384/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.4 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.4%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
473
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
164
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
550
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $132k
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 Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — 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 (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ 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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$4.0k received from industry
155 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 Daisy S. Lankarani's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jul 29, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
11 years in practice
Established
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 194031
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Daisy S. Lankarani
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Daisy S. Lankarani for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Santa Monica 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 Daisy S. Lankarani
Dr. Lankarani is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Santa Monica, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (310) 829-6789.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Daisy S. Lankarani
Practice Location
1301 20th St Ste 280, Santa Monica, CA 90404-2053
Mailing Address
1301 20th St Ste 280, Santa Monica, CA 90404-2053
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