Mersedeh Karimian, D.O.
Mersedeh Karimian is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in Apple Valley, CA with over 23 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: ANESTHESIOLOGY
Mersedeh Karimian, D.O. has practiced anesthesiology for 23+ years, working in independent practice. A At Still University of Health Sciences, College of Osteo Med, Kirksville graduate since 2003, she brings 23+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
18400 Us Highway 18 Suite a, Apple Valley, CA 92307-2306
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better63.32%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+58.2 pts)
63.32% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
192
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
250
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,561
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $231k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — 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 (+6%) — 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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$7.5k received from industry
84 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Mersedeh Karimian's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2003
A.T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
23 years in practice
Experienced
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Education & Training
At Still University of Health Sciences, College of Osteo Med, Kirksville (Class of 2003)
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 204006
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Pain Medicine Care With Mersedeh Karimian
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mersedeh Karimian for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Apple Valley 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 Mersedeh Karimian
NPI records show Dr. Karimian as active with telehealth listed in Apple Valley, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (760) 242-3939.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Mersedeh Karimian
Practice Location
18400 Us Highway 18 Suite a, Apple Valley, CA 92307-2306
Mailing Address
18400 Us Highway 18 Suite a, Apple Valley, CA 92307-2306
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