Paul Christopher Levins, MD

Dermatology

Paul Christopher Levins is a Dermatology specialist based in Los Angeles, CA with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(310) 825-6911Los Angeles, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across CA can see Paul Christopher Levins, MD in person in Los Angeles or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (class of 1988), he has been practicing for over 38 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 80.17/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 76% of reporting doctors in California
  • Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 241 Dermatology providers in CASee all Dermatology in Los Angeles38+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 2375dNPPES updated 2019-11-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

200 Ucla Medical Plz Ste 450, Los Angeles, CA 90095

Fax: (310) 794-7005
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, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

MIPS Score

2023

80.17/100

California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6

Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.4 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.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

91.7%

California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.9 pts)

Better than 76% of reporting doctors in California

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

1,051

Unique beneficiaries

High volume

Prescription Recipients

767

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

2,310

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $348k

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, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

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

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-1%)69%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+1%)50%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+1%)33%

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

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-5%)25%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

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

Mood Disorders
25%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+6%)24%

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

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

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 · 1988

    University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

  2. 38 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

DermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.

Taxonomy: 207N00000X

Education & Training

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (Class of 1988)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

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

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 191326

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Virtual Dermatology Care With Paul Christopher Levins

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Paul Christopher Levins for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Los Angeles 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 Paul Christopher Levins

Dr. Levins is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Los Angeles, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (310) 825-6911.

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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