George Kevork Shahinian, M.D.
Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine
George Kevork Shahinian is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Aliso Viejo, CA with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: CRITICAL CARE (INTENSIVISTS), INTERNAL MEDICINE
George Kevork Shahinian, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 30+ years, working in group practice. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 30 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 83.95/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 45% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 50% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
11 Mareblu Ste 200, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656-3044
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in California, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202383.95/100
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.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.31%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California1.31% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better57.3%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-25.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,150
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
556
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,363
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $715k
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 (+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 (+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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.8k received from industry
35 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 George Kevork Shahinian's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jan 9, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RP1001X
Mailing address
25467 Nellie Gail Rd, Laguna Hills, CA 92653-6306
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 191308
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with George Kevork Shahinian for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Aliso Viejo 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 George Kevork Shahinian
NPI records show Dr. Shahinian as active with telehealth listed in Aliso Viejo, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (949) 521-6060.
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 George Kevork Shahinian
Practice Location
11 Mareblu Ste 200, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656-3044
Mailing Address
25467 Nellie Gail Rd, Laguna Hills, CA 92653-6306
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