Rafael Enrique Tapias, M.D.
Rafael Enrique Tapias is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry specialist based in Los Angeles, CA with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Rafael Enrique Tapias, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 12+ years, working in group practice. A Morehouse School of Medicine graduate since 2014, he brings 12+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and mood disorders (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 86% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1098dNPPES updated 2023-05-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1720 E 120th St, Los Angeles, CA 90059-3052
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.3%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.5 pts)
Better than 86% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
49
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
111
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,105
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $459k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Mood Disorders.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — 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 (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 2014
Morehouse School of Medicine
Board certified · May 24, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a subspecialty of psychiatry with additional skills and training in the diagnosis and treatment of developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental disorders of childhood and adolescence.
Taxonomy: 2084P0804X
Education & Training
Morehouse School of Medicine (Class of 2014)
Mailing address
Po Box 45916, Los Angeles, CA 90045-0916
Differs from practice location
Virtual Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Care With Rafael Enrique Tapias
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Rafael Enrique Tapias for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, mood disorder 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 Rafael Enrique Tapias
NPI records show Dr. Tapias as active with telehealth listed in Los Angeles, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (213) 266-3187.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Rafael Enrique Tapias
Practice Location
1720 E 120th St, Los Angeles, CA 90059-3052
Mailing Address
Po Box 45916, Los Angeles, CA 90045-0916
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