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Dr. Asghar Askari, MD

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Specializes in: Urology (Urinary Tract Disease)

Iran University of Medical Sciences (1971)

Professional interests include: urinary retention, cystoscopy, cystocele (bladder prolapse), and more.

1360 W. Sixth Street Suite 185
San Pedro, CA 90732

(310) 519-9180

Dr. Asghar Askari, MD is an urologist in San Pedro, CA specializing in urology (urinary tract disease). He graduated from Iran University of Medical Sciences in 1971 and has 55 years of experience. Dr. Asghar Askari, MD is affiliated with Torrance Memorial, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Providence and Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center San Pedro.

Office Locations

Torrance Memorial

1360 W. Sixth Street Suite 185
San Pedro, CA 90732

(310) 519-0225

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Some issues Dr. Asghar Askari, MD can help you with:

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (Enlarged Prostate)

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a noncancerous condition in which the prostate gland becomes enlarged. BPH affects about half of men between the ages of 50 and 60, and approximately 80% of men over 80. As the prostate grows in size, it can press down on the tube where urine flows out of the body (the urethra) and cause urinary problems.

Medication can relieve mild to moderate symptoms of BPH, such as frequent urination, incomplete bladder emptying, a weak urine stream, and straining while urinating. However, other forms of treatment may be more appropriate if an individual has pain with urination, frequent urinary tract infections, or is unable to urinate. The size of the prostate and the severity of their symptoms will determine the type of treatment they need. If the prostate is not very large, doctors will likely recommend a transurethral procedure. This minimally invasive technique involves the insertion of a scope into the urethra. The most common transurethral procedures for BPH are:

Transurethral incision of the prostate or TUIP, where the surgeon uses the scope to make small cuts in the area of the prostate that meets the bladder. These cuts will open up the pathway for urine and allow it to flow with more ease.
Transurethral needle ablation or TUNA, where needles are inserted through the scope and into the prostate. The needles use radiofrequency waves to destroy excess prostate tissue.
Laser prostate ablation, where lasers pass through the scope to melt away the part of the prostate causing urine blockage.
Transurethral resection of the prostate or TURP, where the inside of the prostate is trimmed and removed one tiny piece at a time using the scope.

If the prostate is too big for a transurethral procedure, an individual may need a simple prostatectomy, which can be done in one of three ways: laparoscopic, robotic, or open. During a laparoscopic simple prostatectomy, a surgeon makes several small incisions on the belly. Then they insert a long tube with a camera into one of the cuts and surgical instruments into the others. Using the camera to see inside the belly, they carefully removes the enlarged part of the prostate. Robotic simple prostatectomy uses the same techniques as the laparoscopic method, but the surgery is done with the help of a robot. For men with very large prostates, open simple prostatectomy may be the best treatment option. This surgery differs from the other approaches in that it requires a much larger incision.

Most transurethral treatments for BPH, like TUIP, TUNA, and laser prostate ablation, are done in the doctor's office or outpatient surgery center. TURP and simple prostatectomy, however, need to be performed in the hospital and require an average stay of one to three days. Patients should wait a week before doing any strenuous activities after a TUIP, TUNA, or laser prostate ablation, and about four to six weeks after a TURP or simple prostatectomy. Although these treatments improve BPH symptoms for most patients, it is important to be aware of the risks involved, such as urine control issues, tightening of the urethra, and erectile dysfunction.

Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are hard deposits that form in the kidneys, made up of minerals that are normally present in urine. They can vary in size, from as small as a grain of sand to as large as a nickel, occasionally even larger. Sometimes they lodge in the kidney, and sometimes they break free and make their way out through the urinary tract, which can be extremely painful.

Kidney stones can be smooth or jagged and are yellow to brown in color. They are mostly comprised of the minerals calcium, oxalate, and phosphorus. Examining the stones to see what they are made of can show what caused the stone to be formed in the first place. For example, a stone made of mostly calcium, which is the most common type, can happen any time the urine becomes too concentrated due to dehydration or a blockage in the kidney. A uric acid stone forms when acid levels in the urine get too high, usually due to excessive consumption of animal protein such as meat and fish. A struvite stone is a sign of certain infections, and a cystine stone can be due to a genetic disorder that raises the risk of kidney stones.

The most common symptom of kidney stones is pain, either in the back or lower abdomen, or severe pain when urinating. There may also be blood in the urine. Treatment for kidney stones depends on how large the stone is. Very small stones can pass out of the body on their own, and they do not require treatment other than drinking adequate water and taking pain killers. Larger stones need to be broken apart and removed. The main treatment options are:

Shock wave lithotripsy, which uses sound wave vibrations to break apart the stone
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy, or the use of a very tiny tool (like a wire inserted through the back) to break apart and remove the stone
Ureteroscopy, a thin tube inserted through the urethra and bladder to the stone, where tiny tools can grasp the stone and remove

People who have had one kidney stone are at risk of developing another. To reduce this risk, patients are given instructions specific to the type of stone they developed. Generally the instructions will include drinking more water to dilute the urine, but it may also involve lowering sodium intake or eating less meat.

Urodynamics (Bladder and Urethra Function Test)

Urodynamics are tests that assess how well the lower urinary tract is functioning. Specifically, they evaluate its ability to hold and release urine, as well as show if any blockages or leaks are present. The lower urinary tract is made up of the following:

The bladder, which stores urine.
The urinary sphincters, which are muscles around the opening of the bladder that hold urine in.
The urethra, which is the tube where urine flows out of the body.

Urodynamics tests are normally performed together as one series, but depending on patients' symptoms, only one or some of them may be necessary. The most common tests are:

Cystometrogram, which measures the amount of urine the bladder can store and how full it is before someone has the urge to urinate. Doctors may order this test if she suspects their patient has a weak bladder.
Pressure flow study, which measures the pressure in the bladder while urinating. This test helps locate a blockage in the bladder.
Uroflowmetry, which measures how much and how fast urine flows out of the body. This test is usually recommended when patients have difficulty urinating or they have a slow stream.
Urethral sphincter electromyography, which measures how strong the muscles and nerves in the bladder and sphincters are. Doctors may request this test if the problem they are experiencing is linked to muscle or nerve damage in the lower urinary tract.
Urethral pressure profile, which measures the pressure along the urethra while the bladder is gradually filled with fluid. Low pressure could mean someone has a weak urethra, a contributing factor to urinary incontinence (loss of bladder control).

For a few hours following a urodynamics study, patients will likely feel some soreness or discomfort. It is recommended to drink at least one glass of water every half hour for two hours to relieve these symptoms. Holding a warm, moistened washcloth over the area where discomfort is felt or taking a warm bath may also help. Results for cystrometrograms and uroflowmetry are typically available immediately after the test, but results for the other tests may take a few days. When doctors have reviewed a patient's test results, he or she will discuss them with the patient, along with any treatments the patient may need.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Volume:

urodynamics

By Affordability:

core needle prostate biopsy

prostate biopsy

prostate punch biopsy

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within California, Dr. Asghar Askari, MD performed more urodynamics (bladder and urethra function test) procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for core needle prostate biopsy, prostate biopsy, and prostate punch biopsy that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Asghar Askari, MD treated as an urologist in San Pedro, CA during 2012 were urologic procedures, hospital care, inpatient care and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD for Medicare patients.

ablation	30
diagnostic procedures	25
doctor visit	771
hormone therapy	65
hospital care	153
inpatient care	153
lab tests	146
laser treatment	30
minimally invasive procedures	150
minor procedures	25
urologic procedures	688

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Asghar Askari, MD treated as an urologist in San Pedro, CA during 2013 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, lab tests and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD for Medicare patients.

ablation	28
diagnostic procedures	19
doctor visit	733
hospital care	73
inpatient care	73
lab tests	82
laser treatment	28
minimally invasive procedures	147
minor procedures	19
urologic procedures	548

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	380
Female	101

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	246
Black	57
Hispanic	129
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	182
From 75 to 84	167
85 and over	61
Less than 65	71

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	54
Dementia	15
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Asghar Askari, MD treated as an urologist in San Pedro, CA during 2014 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, neurostimulation and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD for Medicare patients.

ablation	24
diagnostic procedures	18
doctor visit	770
hormone therapy	39
hospital care	44
inpatient care	44
lab tests	43
laser treatment	24
minimally invasive procedures	219
minor procedures	18
neurostimulation	94
urologic procedures	533

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	354
Female	99

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	230
Black	48
Hispanic	124
Asian	36
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	170
From 75 to 84	148
85 and over	62
Less than 65	73

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	54
Dementia	15
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Asghar Askari, MD treated as an urologist in San Pedro, CA during 2015 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD for Medicare patients.

ablation	18
doctor visit	771
hospital care	51
inpatient care	51
lab tests	35
laser treatment	18
minimally invasive procedures	94
stent placement (stenting)	14
urologic procedures	304

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	602
Female	188

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	460
Black	56
Hispanic	194
Asian	56
Other	24
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	308
From 75 to 84	268
85 and over	108
Less than 65	106

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	59
Dementia	19
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Asghar Askari, MD treated as an urologist in San Pedro, CA during 2016 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD for Medicare patients.

ablation	21
diagnostic procedures	13
doctor visit	790
hospital care	48
inpatient care	48
lab tests	22
laser treatment	21
minimally invasive procedures	69
minor procedures	13
urologic procedures	280

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	255
Female	88

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	213
Black	0
Hispanic	74
Asian	26
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	117
From 75 to 84	123
85 and over	57
Less than 65	46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	56
Dementia	21
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Asghar Askari, MD treated as an urologist in San Pedro, CA during 2017 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, lab tests and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD for Medicare patients.

ablation	22
catheterization	19
doctor visit	838
hospital care	19
inpatient care	19
lab tests	30
laser treatment	22
minimally invasive procedures	63
urologic procedures	401

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	285
Female	87

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	238
Black	20
Hispanic	68
Asian	33
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	138
From 75 to 84	132
85 and over	69
Less than 65	33

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD in 2017

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	50
Dementia	17
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Asghar Askari, MD treated as an urologist in San Pedro, CA during 2018 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD for Medicare patients.

ablation	21
diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	969
hospital care	77
inpatient care	77
lab tests	16
laser treatment	21
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation)	11
minimally invasive procedures	94
minor procedures	12
urologic procedures	463

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	334
Female	92

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	273
Black	24
Hispanic	85
Asian	33
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	167
From 75 to 84	159
85 and over	63
Less than 65	37

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD in 2018

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	49
Dementia	16
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Asghar Askari, MD treated as an urologist in San Pedro, CA during 2019 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD for Medicare patients.

ablation	13
diagnostic procedures	18
doctor visit	1171
hospital care	90
inpatient care	90
lab tests	18
laser treatment	13
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation)	17
minimally invasive procedures	146
minor procedures	18
stent placement (stenting)	22
urologic procedures	654

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	437
Female	101

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	348
Black	28
Hispanic	119
Asian	31
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	189
From 75 to 84	215
85 and over	98
Less than 65	36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	44
Dementia	15
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Asghar Askari, MD treated as an urologist in San Pedro, CA during 2020 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	15
doctor visit	860
hospital care	66
inpatient care	66
lab tests	26
minimally invasive procedures	120
minor procedures	15
urologic procedures	610

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	353
Female	98

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	306
Black	0
Hispanic	87
Asian	27
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	180
From 75 to 84	166
85 and over	76
Less than 65	29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD in 2020

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	43
Dementia	17
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Asghar Askari, MD treated as an urologist in San Pedro, CA during 2021 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	919
hospital care	43
inpatient care	43
lab tests	22
minimally invasive procedures	116
urologic procedures	797

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	340
Female	93

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	305
Black	17
Hispanic	74
Asian	24
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	153
From 75 to 84	173
85 and over	87
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	43
Dementia	19
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Asghar Askari, MD treated as an urologist in San Pedro, CA during 2022 were urologic procedures, hospital care, inpatient care and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD for Medicare patients.

anorectal procedures	28
diagnostic procedures	28
doctor visit	1065
hospital care	93
inpatient care	93
minimally invasive procedures	83
urologic procedures	843

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	346
Female	83

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	291
Black	25
Hispanic	74
Asian	28
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	158
From 75 to 84	157
85 and over	94
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	40
Dementia	12
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Asghar Askari, MD treated as an urologist in San Pedro, CA were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, neurostimulation and inpatient care.

ablation	22
anorectal procedures	28
catheterization	19
diagnostic procedures	18
doctor visit	877
hormone therapy	52
hospital care	68
inpatient care	68
lab tests	44
laser treatment	22
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation)	14
minimally invasive procedures	118
minor procedures	17
neurostimulation	94
stent placement (stenting)	18
urologic procedures	556

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD.

**Gender**
Male	335
Female	93

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	25
Asian / Pacific Islander	26
Non-Hispanic White	264
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	93
Other	7

**Age**
75 to 84	155
85 and over	70
Less than 65	42
65 to 74	160

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Asghar Askari, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	44
Atrial Fibrillation	11
Dementia	15
Cancer	17

Education & Training

Dr. Asghar Askari, MD graduated from Iran University of Medical Sciences in 1971. He completed residency at Washington Hospital Center. He is certified by the American Board of Urology, Urology and has a state license in California.

Medical School: Iran University of Medical Sciences (1971)

Residency: Washington Hospital Center (1979)

Board Certification: American Board of Urology, Urology

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Asghar Askari, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Torrance Memorial

Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance

Providence

Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center San Pedro

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Asghar Askari, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Aetna HMO, Blue Shield of California, United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare, Health Net HMO, CIGNA HMO and Health Net Cal MediConnect HMO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Asghar Askari, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Anthem Blue Cross HMO

Aetna HMO

Blue Shield of California

United Healthcare HMO

Anthem

Medicare Advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage

United Healthcare

Health Net HMO

CIGNA HMO

Health Net Cal MediConnect HMO

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Asghar Askari, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Boston Scientific Corporation	$1,424 Solyx $719	GENERAL - PELVIC ORGAN PROLAPSE $614	GENERAL - FEMALE SUI $91
Astellas Pharma US Inc	$821 Myrbetriq $506	Vesicare $101	XTANDI $25	$190
Coloplast Corp	$731 ALTIS $609	TITAN $122
AbbVie, Inc.	$179 Lupron $179
Covidien Sales LLC	$137 LigaSure $137
Other	$1,499 INTERSTIM $134	AJOVY $130	ELEVATE PROLAPSE REPAIR SYSTEM $126	ENTRESTO $116	FORTESTA $116	Other $877

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$2,481
Travel and Lodging	$1,544
Education	$645
Consulting Fee	$122

Biography

Dr. Asghar Askari is a physician who specializes in urology (urinary tract disease). Areas of expertise for Dr. Askari include bladder cancer, cystocele (bladder prolapse), and uterine prolapse. He seems to be an in-network provider for United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. He is a graduate of Shaheed Beheshti Medical University, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, and Iran University of Medical Sciences. His medical residency was performed at St. Luke's Hospital & Health Network, Pennsylvania and Washington Hospital Center. In addition to English, Dr. Askari speaks Persian. He is professionally affiliated with Torrance Memorial, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center San Pedro, and Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance.