Olga Neonila Popel, MD

Rheumatology Internal Medicine

Olga Neonila Popel is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Westlake Village, CA with over 47 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: RHEUMATOLOGY

(805) 494-6920Westlake Village, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q3 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Olga Neonila Popel, MD runs an independent rheumatologist practice in Westlake Village, CA. Trained at University of North Dakota School of Medicine (class of 1979), she has been practicing for over 47 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension. CMS MIPS quality score: 86.1/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 62% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 418 Internal Medicine providers in CASee all Internal Medicine in Westlake Village47+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 2498dNPPES updated 2019-09-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1250 La Venta Dr Ste 211, Westlake Village, CA 91361-3764

Fax: (805) 494-6922
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in California.

MIPS Score

2023

86.1/100

California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.5 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in California

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

5.61%

California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.5 pts)

5.61% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

463

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

260

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,391

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $629k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+26%)75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-2%)68%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+28%)46%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+2%)34%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
29%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Lower than avg (-5%)27%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-8%)26%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1979

    University of North Dakota School of Medicine

  2. 47 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.

Taxonomy: 207RR0500X

Education & Training

University of North Dakota School of Medicine (Class of 1979)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400, Los Angeles, CA 90045-5631

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Olga Neonila Popel

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Olga Neonila Popel for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Westlake Village 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 Olga Neonila Popel

NPI records show Dr. Popel as active with telehealth listed in Westlake Village, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (805) 494-6920.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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