Nikesh Seth, MD
Nikesh Seth is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in Scottsdale, AZ with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT
Patients across AZ can see Nikesh Seth, MD in person in Scottsdale or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Arizona College of Medicine graduate since 2006, he brings 20+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol. CMS MIPS quality score: 75/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 81% of reporting doctors in Arizona
- Federal MIPS score higher than 15% of MIPS-scored doctors in Arizona
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
9500 E Ironwood Square Dr Ste 125, Scottsdale, AZ 85258-4582
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202375/100
Arizona avg: 77.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better46.5%
Arizona avg: 6.7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+41.4 pts)
46.5% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.7%
Arizona avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.9 pts)
Better than 81% of reporting doctors in ArizonaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
880
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
317
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,385
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $90k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,247 reporting peers in Arizona.
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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.5k received from industry
81 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Nikesh Seth's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
University of Arizona College of Medicine
Board certified · Apr 1, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
20 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
University of Arizona College of Medicine (Class of 2006)
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Nikesh Seth
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Nikesh Seth for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Scottsdale 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 Nikesh Seth
NPI records show Dr. Seth as active with telehealth listed in Scottsdale, AZ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (480) 626-2552.
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
9500 E Ironwood Square Dr Ste 125, Scottsdale, AZ 85258-4582
Mailing Address
9500 E Ironwood Square Dr Ste 125, Scottsdale, AZ 85258-4582
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