DARA ZAFRAN
NPI 1396978490
Psychologist in Albuquerque, NM

Active since August 24, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.54/100
CMS Quality Rating
2300 MENAUL BLVD NE, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87107(505) 272-0325 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 13, 2023, Mar 22, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dara Zafran NPPES

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

DARA ZAFRAN (NPI 1396978490) is an individual psychologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (1225) and active in the NPI registry since August 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unm Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396978490
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy103T00000X
Provider Legal NameDARA ZAFRAN
Location Address2300 MENAUL BLVD NEAlbuquerque, NM 87107-1851
Mailing Address2300 Menauk Blvd. NeAlburquerque, NM 87107 · (505) 272-3120
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateAugust 24, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 13, 2023
✔ NPI 1396978490 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychologistBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers
Taxonomy Code103T00000X
License✔ Licensed in NM · 1225
Definition
A psychologist is an individual who is licensed to practice psychology which is defined as the observation, description, evaluation, interpretation, and modification of human behavior by the application of psychological principles, methods, and procedures, for the purpose of preventing or eliminating symptomatic, maladaptive, or undesired behavior and of enhancing interpersonal relationships, work and life adjustment, personal effectiveness, behavioral health, and mental health. The practice of psychology includes, but is not limited to, psychological testing and the evaluation or assessment of personal characteristics, such as intelligence, personality, abilities, interests, aptitudes, and neuropsychological functioning; counseling, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, hypnosis, biofeedback, and behavior analysis and therapy; diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorder or disability, alcoholism and substance abuse, disorders of habit or conduct, as well as of the psychological aspects of physical illness, accident, injury, or disability; and psycheducational evaluation, therapy, remediation, and consultation. Psychological services may be rendered to individuals, families, groups and the public.
2300 MENAUL BLVD NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dara Zafran 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 ID8921256041
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120914000576
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Dara Zafran reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Multi-Specialty
2211 LOMAS NE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Mexico enrollment
  • 2,105 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Acute Care Hospital
2211 LOMAS BLVD., N.E.
Albuquerque, NM 87106
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Mexico enrollment
  • 505 clinicians in this Medicare group
Clinical
5345 WYOMING BLVD NE STE 107
Albuquerque, NM 87109
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Mexico enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

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.

Psychotherapy, 1 hour 90837
Psychotherapy is a therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a patient. In a 1-hour session, you'll talk about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to help identify and manage mental health issues. This process aids in personal growth, healing, and improved well-being.
146 services39 patients
Psychotherapy, 45 minutes 90834
Psychotherapy is a treatment method where you converse with a therapist about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In a 45-minute session, the therapist assists you in understanding and managing your mental health concerns, improving emotional wellness, and promoting personal growth.
70 services34 patients
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation 90791
A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation is a thorough assessment used to identify any mental health conditions you may have. It involves a detailed discussion about your symptoms, thoughts, feelings and behavior patterns. Your medical history and family's mental health history are also considered.
20 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Unm Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number320001
Location2211 Lomas Boulevard NEAlbuquerque, NM 87106 · Bernalillo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

93.54/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality93.21
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost63.83

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Psychologist
2300 MENAUL BLVD NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87107
Pediatrics (Developmental - Behavioral Pediatrics)
2300 MENAUL BLVD NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87107
Speech-Language Pathologist
2300 MENAUL BLVD NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87107
Behavior Analyst
2300 MENAUL BLVD NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87107
Counselor (Mental Health)
2300 MENAUL BLVD NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87107
Speech-Language Pathologist
2300 MENAUL BLVD NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87107
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2300 MENAUL BLVD NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87107
Psychologist
2300 MENAUL BLVD NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87107

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 Dara Zafran's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dara Zafran is 1396978490. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 24, 2009.

Where is Dara Zafran located?

Dara Zafran practices at 2300 Menaul Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107. The listed phone number is (505) 272-0325.

What is Dara Zafran's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychologist with taxonomy code 103T00000X.

Is Dara Zafran enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dara Zafran 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Dara Zafran's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Dara Zafran reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Unm Medical Group Inc (Albuquerque, NM), Unm Hospital (Albuquerque, NM) and Firefly Mental Health LLC (Albuquerque, NM). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Dara Zafran's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Dara Zafran affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Dara Zafran is affiliated with Unm Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dara Zafran was last updated on July 13, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.