Michael Bahk, M.D.
Michael Bahk is an Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Van Nuys, CA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 24 years in orthopaedic surgery, Michael Bahk, M.D. is a long-established orthopedic surgeon in Van Nuys. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School in 2002 and has 24+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 77.6/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 43% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
6815 Noble Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91405-3796
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in California.
MIPS Score
202377.6/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6 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 = better41.22%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+36.1 pts)
41.22% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
711
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
160
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
245
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3k
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, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
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 (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$14.1k received from industry
12 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 Michael Bahk's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
24 years in practice
Experienced
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Taxonomy: 207X00000X
Education & Training
Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (Class of 2002)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 210005
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Michael Bahk
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Bahk for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Van Nuys 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 Michael Bahk
Dr. Bahk is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Van Nuys, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (818) 901-6600.
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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Practice Location
6815 Noble Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91405-3796
Mailing Address
6815 Noble Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91405-3796
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