Nasrin Ashouian, MD
Nasrin Ashouian is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Chico, CA with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 21 years in internal medicine, Nasrin Ashouian, MD is a long-established nephrologist in Chico. A Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University graduate since 2005, she brings 21+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 83% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
680 Cohasset Rd, Chico, CA 95926-2213
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202319.23/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-64.4 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.2%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.4 pts)
Better than 83% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
506
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
272
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,004
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $370k
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — 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 (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — 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 (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ 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.
$266 received from industry
19 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 Nasrin Ashouian's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 18, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
21 years in practice
Experienced
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Education & Training
Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
96 Kendal Ct, Chico, CA 95973-8949
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190014
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Nasrin Ashouian
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Nasrin Ashouian for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Chico 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 Nasrin Ashouian
NPI records show Dr. Ashouian as active with telehealth listed in Chico, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (530) 342-4395.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Nasrin Ashouian
Practice Location
680 Cohasset Rd, Chico, CA 95926-2213
Mailing Address
96 Kendal Ct, Chico, CA 95973-8949
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