Faramarz Samie, M.D.
Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Dermatology
Faramarz Samie is a Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Dermatology specialist based in New York, NY with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 24 years in dermatology, Faramarz Samie, M.D. is a long-established mohs-micrographic surgery dermatology specialist in New York. A State University of Ny Upstate Medical University graduate since 2002, he brings 24+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 38% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 77% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
161 Fort Washington Ave Fl 12, New York, NY 10032-3729
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 77% of doctors in New York on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Better than 77% of MIPS-scored doctors in New YorkHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.2%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
543
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
61
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
82
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $6k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$15 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Faramarz Samie's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
State University of Ny Upstate Medical University
24 years in practice
Experienced
The highly-trained surgeons that perform Mohs Micrographic Surgery are specialists both in dermatology and pathology. With their extensive knowledge of the skin and unique pathological skills, they are able to remove only diseased tissue, preserving healthy tissue and minimizing the cosmetic impact of the surgery. Mohs surgeons who belong to the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed a minimum of one year of fellowship training at one of the ACMS-approved training centers in the U.S.
Taxonomy: 207ND0101X
Education & Training
State University of Ny Upstate Medical University (Class of 2002)
Virtual Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Care With Faramarz Samie
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Faramarz Samie for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to New York 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 Faramarz Samie
NPI records show Dr. Samie as active with telehealth listed in New York, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (212) 342-1321.
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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Practice Location
161 Fort Washington Ave Fl 12, New York, NY 10032-3729
Mailing Address
161 Fort Washington Ave Fl 12, New York, NY 10032-3729
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