DR. MERSEDEH KARIMIAN D.O.
NPI 1952516304
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Apple Valley, CA

Active since May 11, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 05D1099881 · Waiver
18400 US HIGHWAY 18, SUITE A, APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307(760) 242-3939(760) 242-3232 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 9, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Mersedeh Karimian D.o. NPPES

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

DR. MERSEDEH KARIMIAN D.O. (NPI 1952516304) is an individual pain medicine provider in Apple Valley, California, licensed in California (20A9115) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through May 25, 2027, and is a graduate of At Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, Kirksville (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952516304
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207LP2900X
Provider Legal NameDR. MERSEDEH KARIMIANCredential: D.O.
Location Address18400 US HIGHWAY 18, SUITE AApple Valley, CA 92307-2306
Mailing Address18400 Us Highway 18, Suite AApple Valley, CA 92307-2306 · (760) 242-3939 · Fax (760) 242-3232
Fax(760) 242-3232
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSAt Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, KirksvilleGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateMay 11, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJune 9, 2012
NPI 1952516304 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207LP2900X
License Licensed in CA · 20A9115
Definition
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
18400 US HIGHWAY 18, Apple Valley, CA 92307

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare PINAV381ACA
OtherAV381ZCA · Medicare Indiv Grp Pin
Medicare PINAV381YCA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Mersedeh Karimian D.o. 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 ID3678633880
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081118000505
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 05D1099881

Mersedeh Karimian, Do High Desert Pain Management Institute · Apple Valley, CA
Active · expires May 25, 2027
CLIA Number05D1099881
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateMay 26, 2025
Certificate Expiration DateMay 25, 2027
Laboratory DirectorMersedeh Karimian, Do
Laboratory Phone(760) 242-3939
Laboratory LocationMersedeh Karimian, Do High Desert Pain Management Institute18400 Us Highway 18 Ste A, Apple Valley, CA 92307
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Name Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 13

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.

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.
1,226 services159 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.
1,156 services59 patients
Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg J1885
Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.
102 services12 patients
Insertion of spinal neurostimulator electrode array through skin 63650
This procedure involves placing a small device, called a neurostimulator electrode array, under your skin near your spine. It delivers mild electrical signals to your spinal cord, helping to manage chronic pain.
65 services22 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
29 services13 patients
Injection of trigger points, 3 or more muscles 20553
Trigger point injection therapy involves injecting medication into specific areas of your muscles, known as trigger points. These are areas that produce pain and discomfort. If you have three or more muscles affected, each will be treated individually.
27 services15 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

Nurse Practitioner
18400 US HIGHWAY 18
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307
Urology
18400 US HIGHWAY 18
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307
Urology
18400 US HIGHWAY 18, SUITE A
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307
Urology
18400 US HIGHWAY 18, SUITE A
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307
Pain Medicine (Interventional Pain Medicine)
18400 US HIGHWAY 18, SUITE A
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307
Urology
18400 US HIGHWAY 18, SUITE A
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
18400 US HIGHWAY 18, SUITE B
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307
Urology
18400 US HIGHWAY 18, SUITE A
APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307

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 Mersedeh Karimian's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mersedeh Karimian is 1952516304. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 11, 2007.

Where is Mersedeh Karimian located?

Mersedeh Karimian practices at 18400 Us Highway 18 Suite A, Apple Valley, CA 92307. The listed phone number is (760) 242-3939.

What is Mersedeh Karimian's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Is Mersedeh Karimian enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Mersedeh Karimian 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.

Does Mersedeh Karimian hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 05D1099881) is associated with this NPI, valid through May 25, 2027. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Mersedeh Karimian was last updated on June 9, 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.