Michael C. Mentari, M.D.
Michael C. Mentari is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry specialist based in Alhambra, CA with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael C. Mentari, M.D. has been part of the Alhambra medical community since 2007 in group practice. Trained at University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (class of 2004), he has been practicing for over 22 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, mood disorders, and hypertension.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 93% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1970dNPPES updated 2020-12-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better98.6%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+15.8 pts)
Top 7% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
77
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
113
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,260
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $72k
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, Mood Disorders, 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
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — lasting anxiety after experiencing a traumatic event
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
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 29, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a subspecialty of psychiatry with additional skills and training in the diagnosis and treatment of developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental disorders of childhood and adolescence.
Taxonomy: 2084P0804X
Education & Training
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (Class of 2004)
Virtual Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Care With Michael C. Mentari
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael C. Mentari for cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Alhambra 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 C. Mentari
NPI records show Dr. Mentari as active with telehealth listed in Alhambra, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (626) 248-1800.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael C. Mentari
Practice Location
1635 W Main St # 100, Alhambra, CA 91801-1951
Mailing Address
1635 W Main St # 100, Alhambra, CA 91801-1951
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