Pedram Taher, M.D
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Pedram Taher is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Walnut Creek, CA with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: RHEUMATOLOGY
Pedram Taher, M.D has been part of the Walnut Creek medical community since 2008 in group practice. With 26+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Walnut Creek area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 26% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 26% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1210 Rossmoor Pkwy, Walnut Creek, CA 94595-2501
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.8%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.3 pts)
3.8% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better81.3%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
314
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
514
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
11,755
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.08M
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 Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$834 received from industry
38 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 Pedram Taher's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
26 years in practice
Experienced
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
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care - Department of Defense
CMS Certification Number: 19050F
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Pedram Taher
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Pedram Taher for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Walnut Creek 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 Pedram Taher
Dr. Taher is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Walnut Creek, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (925) 933-1210.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Pedram Taher
Practice Location
1210 Rossmoor Pkwy, Walnut Creek, CA 94595-2501
Mailing Address
1210 Rossmoor Pkwy, Walnut Creek, CA 94595-2501
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