Sarmen V. Sarkissian, M.D.
Also practices: HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY
Sarmen V. Sarkissian, M.D. runs an independent hematology & oncology specialist practice in Mission Hills, CA. He graduated from University of California, San Diego School of Medicine in 2011 and has 15+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 87.19/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 68% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1024dNPPES updated 2023-07-17 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
11550 Indian Hills Rd Ste 360, Mission Hills, CA 91345-1252
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in California.
MIPS Score
202387.19/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.6 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better8.53%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+3.4 pts)
8.53% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better69.1%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-13.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
228
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
92
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
598
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.14M
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 Cancer.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$128.6k received from industry
260 transactions reported in 2024 ·Very High 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 Sarmen V. Sarkissian's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
Board certified · Jul 16, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
15 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Education & Training
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine (Class of 2011)
Mailing address
18000 Studebaker Rd Ste 800, Cerritos, CA 90703-2671
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190316
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Sarmen V. Sarkissian
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sarmen V. Sarkissian for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Mission Hills 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 Sarmen V. Sarkissian
NPI records show Dr. Sarkissian as active with telehealth listed in Mission Hills, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (818) 296-9477.
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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Contact Sarmen V. Sarkissian
Practice Location
11550 Indian Hills Rd Ste 360, Mission Hills, CA 91345-1252
Mailing Address
18000 Studebaker Rd Ste 800, Cerritos, CA 90703-2671
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