JOHN K B AFSHAR MD
NPI 1245215409
Neurological Surgery in West Palm Beach, FL

Q: What is John Afshar's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Afshar is 1245215409. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 9, 2005.

Q: What is John Afshar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Afshar was last updated on January 10, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.

Active since December 09, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

85.33/100

CMS Quality Rating

901 VILLAGE BLVD STE 702, WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33409(561) 882-6214 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 10, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About John K B Afshar Md NPPES

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

JOHN K B AFSHAR MD (NPI 1245215409) is an individual neurological surgery provider in West Palm Beach, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME68976) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Stuart.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245215409

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207T00000X

Provider Legal NameJOHN K B AFSHARCredential: MD

Location Address901 VILLAGE BLVD STE 702West Palm Beach, FL 33409-1947

Mailing AddressPo Box 417Stuart, FL 34995-0417 · (772) 223-2832 · Fax (772) 223-5646

Phone(561) 882-6214

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSGeorgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated 1987

Enumeration DateDecember 9, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 10, 2020

✔ NPI 1245215409 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207T00000X

License✔ Licensed in FL · ME68976

Definition

A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.

901 VILLAGE BLVD STE 702, West Palm Beach, FL 33409

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1509 SE Riverside Dr, STE 203Stuart, FL 34994-2579 · Phone (772) 288-5862 · Fax (772) 288-5874

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid378375800FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AmeriHealth Caritas Next, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and more.Insurance ›

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

John K B Afshar 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 ID5294867164

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100713000740

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 11

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 high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

212 services172 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

61 services61 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

46 services41 patients

Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion 22853

Spine fusion is a procedure to join two or more vertebrae. During this process, a cage or mesh device is inserted into the spine bone and disc space. This helps to stabilize the spine, reduce pain, and improve functionality. The device acts as a bridge for new bone to grow on.

43 services21 patients

Partial removal of spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves, each additional segment 63048

This procedure involves the partial removal of a bone in your spine to alleviate pressure on your spinal cord or nerves. It may be performed on multiple spine segments depending on your condition. The aim is to improve mobility and reduce pain or discomfort.

41 services28 patients

Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord and/or nerves, 1 segment 63047

This procedure involves removing part of a spine bone to alleviate pressure on the lower spinal cord and/or nerves. It targets a single segment of the spine, improving mobility and reducing pain. It's a common treatment for conditions like herniated discs or spinal stenosis.

30 services30 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Stuart, FL

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100044

Location200 SE Hospital AveStuart, FL 34994 · Martin County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Vero Beach, FL

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100105

Location1000 36th StVero Beach, FL 32960 · Indian River County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Palm Beach Gardens, FL

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number100176

Location3360 Burns RdPalm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 · Palm Beach County

Emergency services

Jupiter Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Jupiter, FL

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100253

Location1210 S Old Dixie HwyJupiter, FL 33458 · Palm Beach County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33409 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$135.56 typical visit price

range $58.56 – $179.05

Typical copayment $33.89 (range $14.64 – $44.76)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$73.00 typical visit price

range $18.44 – $144.68

Typical copayment $18.25 (range $4.61 – $36.17)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

85.33/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Quality

73.33

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening

52%225 patients3/55-star benchmark: 93%

Cervical Cancer Screening

40%173 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report

58%391 patients3/55-star benchmark: 87%

Controlling High Blood Pressure

66%38 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

96%996 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

99%206 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk

43%409 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

92%760 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan

38%657 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented

17%872 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Patients combinedPopulations: 94% · 494 patients

Patients screened: 98% · 494 patients

61%46 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information

86%442 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease

75%59 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%

Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 432 patients

Patients totalRate: 13% · 432 patients

13%432 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

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

Walker, heavy duty, wheeled, rigid or folding, any type E0149

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier11 claims11 services$10.20 avg. paid by Medicare

Osteogenesis stimulator, electrical, non-invasive, spinal applications E0748

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers24 claims24 services$3,755.66 avg. paid by Medicare

Cervical, flexible, non-adjustable, prefabricated, off-the-shelf (foam collar) L0120

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier11 claims11 services$23.44 avg. paid by Medicare

Cervical, multiple post collar, occipital/mandibular supports, adjustable L0180

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier26 claims26 services$290.86 avg. paid by Medicare

Lumbar-sacral orthosis, sagittal-coronal control, with rigid anterior and posterior frame/panel(s), posterior extends from sacrococcygeal junction to t-9 vertebra, lateral strength provided by rigid lateral frame/panel(s), produces intracavitary pressure to reduce load on intervertebral discs, includes straps, closures, may include padding, shoulder straps, pendulous abdomen design, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L0650

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF007N

2 suppliers12 claims12 services$810.80 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 6

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

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