MUHAMMAD BEHZAD ZAFAR M.B.B.S.
NPI 1427293075
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Houston, TX

Q: What is Muhammad Zafar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Muhammad Zafar is 1427293075. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 11, 2008.

Q: What is Muhammad Zafar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Muhammad Zafar was last updated on February 2, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 months 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 11, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

4615 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 900, HOUSTON, TX 77027(346) 450-6196 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 2, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 2, 2026, Jan 27, 2026, Dec 18, 2025 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2015).

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About Muhammad Behzad Zafar M.b.b.s. NPPES

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

MUHAMMAD BEHZAD ZAFAR M.B.B.S. (NPI 1427293075) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (N4220) and active in the NPI registry since December 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427293075

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X

Provider Legal NameMUHAMMAD BEHZAD ZAFARCredential: M.B.B.S.

Location Address4615 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 900Houston, TX 77027-7191

Mailing AddressPo Box 58538Webster, TX 77598-8538 · (346) 450-6196

Phone(346) 450-6196

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003

Enumeration DateDecember 11, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 2, 20266 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 2, 2026

✔ NPI 1427293075 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RG0100X

License✔ Licensed in TX · N4220

Definition

An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License N4220 (TX)

4615 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 900, Houston, TX 77027

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Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 1600 N Kobayashi Ste 110Webster, TX 77598-4841 · Phone (281) 338-1857 · Fax (281) 724-1857

Location 24615 Southwest Fwy Ste 1000Houston, TX 77027-7108 · Phone (346) 266-2520 · Fax (832) 190-5597

Location 314100 Southwest Fwy Ste 500Sugar Land, TX 77478-3483 · Phone (346) 888-1818 · Fax (346) 207-0132

Location 4500 N Kobayashi Ste CWebster, TX 77598-4722 · Phone (281) 816-3092 · Fax (281) 336-9318

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections 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

Muhammad Behzad Zafar M.b.b.s. 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 ID345394417

PECOS Enrollment IDI20090825000226

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.

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.

159 services134 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

139 services139 patients

Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380

A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.

109 services109 patients

Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.

98 services93 patients

Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.

74 services74 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.

23 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Houston Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450358

Location6565 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77027 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

$134.06 typical visit price

range $58.24 – $176.98

Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$102.71 typical visit price

range $18.60 – $143.93

Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)

Most-billed visit code 99214

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.

75/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Reported Quality Measures

Photodocumentation of Cecal Intubation

The rate of screening and surveillance colonoscopies for which photodocumentation of landmarks of cecal intubation is performed to establish a complete examination

100%130 patients

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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

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