Shaparak Kamarei, MD
Shaparak Kamarei, MD practices as part of a group internist practice in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Trained at University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (class of 1992), she has been practicing for over 34 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 46% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 68% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 167dNPPES updated 2025-11-20 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
29873 Santa Margarita Pkwy Ste 100, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688-3626
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 = better1.22%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California1.22% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.5%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
150
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
556
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,602
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $742k
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 Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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 (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
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
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$82 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Shaparak Kamarei's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1992
Keck School of Medicine of Usc
Board certified · Nov 19, 2025
CMS-verified certification date
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Class of 1992)
Mailing address
Po Box 35380, Las Vegas, NV 89133-5380
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 191308
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Shaparak Kamarei for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Rancho Santa Margarita 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 Shaparak Kamarei
Dr. Kamarei is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (949) 709-0988.
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 Shaparak Kamarei
Practice Location
29873 Santa Margarita Pkwy Ste 100, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688-3626
Mailing Address
Po Box 35380, Las Vegas, NV 89133-5380
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