Leslie Diana Paul, M.D.
Leslie Diana Paul, M.D. runs an independent internist practice in Culver City, CA. Trained at Howard University College of Medicine (class of 1982), she has been practicing for over 44 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 31% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 44% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6876dNPPES updated 2007-07-09 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3831 Hughes Ave Suite 705, Culver City, CA 90232-2751
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.9%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.2 pts)
2.9% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.7%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
97
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
111
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,351
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $315k
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 (+22%) — 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 (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$201 received from industry
7 transactions 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 Leslie Diana Paul's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1982
Howard University College of Medicine
44 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Education & Training
Howard University College of Medicine (Class of 1982)
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 271342
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Leslie Diana Paul
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Leslie Diana Paul for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Culver City 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 Leslie Diana Paul
Dr. Paul is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Culver City, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (310) 558-8600.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
3831 Hughes Ave Suite 705, Culver City, CA 90232-2751
Mailing Address
3831 Hughes Ave Suite 705, Culver City, CA 90232-2751
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