Fariborz Shams, D.O.

Internal Medicine

Fariborz Shams is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Anaheim, CA. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(714) 995-7503Anaheim, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Fariborz Shams, D.O. is an internist in Anaheim, CA in independent practice. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 35% of reporting doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 3,565 Internal Medicine providers in CASee all Internal Medicine in AnaheimNPI since 2006

Older · 5804dNPPES updated 2010-07-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

515 S Beach Blvd Ste F, Anaheim, CA 92804-1812

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 Mood Disorders.

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 (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
64%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+28%)60%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+19%)53%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+4%)53%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Alzheimer's / Dementia
50%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

Schizophrenia
48%

A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior

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.

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Fariborz Shams

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Fariborz Shams for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Anaheim required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fariborz Shams

Dr. Shams is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Anaheim, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (714) 995-7503.

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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