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FARZAD ASSAR M.D.
NPI 1447261615
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Germantown, MD

Active since August 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
17.31/100
CMS Quality Rating
ONE EXECUTIVE PARK CT, GERMANTOWN, MD 20874(301) 528-3580(301) 528-3589 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 28, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

About Farzad Assar M.d. NPPES

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

FARZAD ASSAR M.D. (NPI 1447261615) is an individual nephrology provider in Germantown, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (D0040201) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447261615
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameFARZAD ASSARCredential: M.D.
Location AddressONE EXECUTIVE PARK CTGermantown, MD 20874-2643
Mailing Address1 Executive Park CtGermantown, MD 20874-2643 · (301) 528-3580 · Fax (301) 528-3589
Phone(301) 528-3580
Fax(301) 528-3589
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateAugust 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 28, 2010
✔ NPI 1447261615 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in MD · D0040201
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License D0040201 (MD)
ONE EXECUTIVE PARK CT, Germantown, MD 20874
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified708802MD · Medicare Provider Number
Medicare UPINF48564MD
Medicaid220131300MD

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

Farzad Assar M.d. 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 ID4486614062
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041018000939
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 5

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
787 services98 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.
396 services166 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
276 services35 patients
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.
64 services58 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
45 services39 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Rockville, MD
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number210057
Location9901 Medical Center DriveRockville, MD 20850 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Holy Cross Germantown Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Germantown, MD
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number210065
Location19801 Observation DriveGermantown, MD 20876 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20874 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
$147.85 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $36.96 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$113.72 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $28.43 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
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.

17.31/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0
Cost57.7

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 8

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
9 suppliers26 claims87 services$6.96 avg. paid by Medicare
Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers12 claims12 services$2.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers18 claims37 services$1.22 avg. paid by Medicare
Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
5 suppliers32 claims2,400 services$0.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
5 suppliers21 claims2,520 services$0.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier12 claims720 services$0.92 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Farzad Assar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Farzad Assar is 1447261615. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 11, 2006.

Where is Farzad Assar located?

Farzad Assar practices at One Executive Park Ct, Germantown, MD 20874. The listed phone number is (301) 528-3580.

What is Farzad Assar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Farzad Assar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Farzad Assar 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.

Is Farzad Assar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Farzad Assar is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Farzad Assar was last updated on January 28, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.