John Steven Oghalai, M.D.

Otology & Neurotology

Otolaryngology

John Steven Oghalai is an Otology & Neurotology specialist based in Los Angeles, CA with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(323) 442-5790Los Angeles, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

John Steven Oghalai, M.D. has been part of the Los Angeles medical community since 2005 in group practice. He graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine in 1994 and has 32+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).

1 of 19 Otolaryngology providers in CASee all Otolaryngology in Los Angeles32+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 908dNPPES updated 2023-11-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1450 San Pablo St Ste 5100, Los Angeles, CA 90033-4500

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Medicare Patients

118

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

16

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

26

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $2k

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.

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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Hypertension
69%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

Arthritis
58%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Ischemic Heart Disease
34%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

Diabetes
32%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Osteoporosis
29%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

Cancer
24%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

Atrial Fibrillation
20%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1994

    University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

  2. Board certified · Aug 27, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 32 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

OtolaryngologyOtology & Neurotology in Los AngelesAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An otolaryngologist who treats diseases of the ear and temporal bone, including disorders of hearing and balance. The additional training in otology and neurotology emphasizes the study of embryology, anatomy, physiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, pathology, genetics, immunology, microbiology and the etiology of diseases of the ear and temporal bone.

Taxonomy: 207YX0901X

Education & Training

University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (Class of 1994)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 31309, Los Angeles, CA 90031-0309

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 210037

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Virtual Otology & Neurotology Care With John Steven Oghalai

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

Schedule a virtual visit with John Steven Oghalai for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Los Angeles required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

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Common questions about John Steven Oghalai

Dr. Oghalai is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Los Angeles, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (323) 442-5790.

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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