Darius Gharib, M.D.
Darius Gharib is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Encino, CA with over 44 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GERIATRIC MEDICINE, INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across CA can see Darius Gharib, M.D. in person in Encino or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 44+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Encino area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol. CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 44% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 93% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
16133 Ventura Blvd 350, Encino, CA 91436-2403
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 93% of doctors in California on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Top 7% of MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.43%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California1.43% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better75%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-7.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
490
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
509
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
14,714
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4.43M
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
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+53%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+57%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+34%) — a focus area for this doctor
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+35%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$343 received from industry
12 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Darius Gharib's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
44 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190176
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Darius Gharib
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Darius Gharib for blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins, cholesterol management — no travel to Encino 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 Darius Gharib
NPI records show Dr. Gharib as active with telehealth listed in Encino, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (818) 501-5201.
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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Practice Location
16133 Ventura Blvd 350, Encino, CA 91436-2403
Mailing Address
16133 Ventura Blvd 350, Encino, CA 91436-2403
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