Latisha Katie Faina Sharma, M.D.
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Latisha Katie Faina Sharma is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Los Angeles, CA with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Latisha Katie Faina Sharma, M.D. has been part of the Los Angeles medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at Indiana University School of Medicine (class of 2004), she has been practicing for over 22 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and stroke (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 88.01/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 48% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
300 Medical Plz Suite B200, Los Angeles, CA 90095-0001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 71% of doctors in California on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202388.01/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.4 pts)
Better than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.4%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
241
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
35
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
119
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $20k
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 Stroke / TIA.
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
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+62%) — 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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — 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 (+15%) — 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 (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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.
Graduated medical school · 2004
Indiana University School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 15, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
Indiana University School of Medicine (Class of 2004)
Mailing address
5767 W Century Blvd Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA 90045-5632
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 191326
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Latisha Katie Faina Sharma
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Latisha Katie Faina Sharma for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Latisha Katie Faina Sharma
Dr. Sharma 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: (310) 794-1195.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Latisha Katie Faina Sharma
Practice Location
300 Medical Plz Suite B200, Los Angeles, CA 90095-0001
Mailing Address
5767 W Century Blvd Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA 90045-5632
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