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DR. MEHRAS AKHAVAN MD
NPI 1497817332
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Pain Medicine in Sherman Oaks, CA

Active since December 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4940 VAN NUYS BLVD STE 301, SHERMAN OAKS, CA 91403(818) 990-9050(818) 990-9449 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 25, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Mehras Akhavan Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. MEHRAS AKHAVAN MD (NPI 1497817332) is an individual pain medicine provider in Sherman Oaks, California, licensed in California (A82275) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497817332
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2081P2900X
Provider Legal NameDR. MEHRAS AKHAVANCredential: MD
Location Address4940 VAN NUYS BLVD STE 301Sherman Oaks, CA 91403-1742
Mailing Address4940 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 301Sherman Oaks, CA 91403-1742 · (818) 990-9050 · Fax (818) 990-9449
Phone(818) 990-9050
Fax(818) 990-9449
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateDecember 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 25, 2012
✔ NPI 1497817332 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2081P2900X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A82275
Definition
A physician who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.
4940 VAN NUYS BLVD STE 301, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Mehras Akhavan Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9436134863
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040621001181
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
644 services77 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
252 services49 patients
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
234 services29 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
67 services66 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
31 services18 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
28 services17 patients

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 10

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height E0143
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier18 claims18 services$45.06 avg. paid by Medicare
Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with fixed arms E0163
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers21 claims21 services$48.93 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
2 suppliers75 claims77 services$42.72 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, without mattress E0261
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
2 suppliers17 claims17 services$44.59 avg. paid by Medicare
Rollabout chair, any and all types with casters 5" or greater E1031
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$25.25 avg. paid by Medicare
General use wheelchair seat cushion, width less than 22 inches, any depth E2601
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$29.48 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

JASON RICO PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant
4940 VAN NUYS BLVD STE 301
SHERMAN OAKS, CA 91403
Los Angeles County (818) 907-0952
RONALD PANGILINAN PTA
Physical Therapy Assistant
4940 VAN NUYS BLVD STE 301
SHERMAN OAKS, CA 91403
Los Angeles County (818) 907-0952

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Mehras Akhavan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mehras Akhavan is 1497817332. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 15, 2006.

Where is Mehras Akhavan located?

Mehras Akhavan practices at 4940 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 301, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403. The listed phone number is (818) 990-9050.

What is Mehras Akhavan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 2081P2900X.

Is Mehras Akhavan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Mehras Akhavan is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Mehras Akhavan was last updated on July 25, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.