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DR. MALAZ SAFI M.D.
NPI 1447446489
Ophthalmology in Saint Louis, MO

Active since September 24, 2007PECOS Enrolled
8790 WATSON RD, SUITE. 203, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119(314) 543-2850(314) 543-2851 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 21, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Malaz Safi M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MALAZ SAFI M.D. (NPI 1447446489) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Saint Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (R9B71) and active in the NPI registry since September 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1973).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447446489
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MALAZ SAFICredential: M.D.
Location Address8790 WATSON RD, SUITE. 203Saint Louis, MO 63119-5140
Mailing AddressPo Box 31817Saint Louis, MO 63131-0817 · (314) 543-2850 · Fax (314) 543-2851
Phone(314) 543-2850
Fax(314) 543-2851
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1973
Enumeration DateSeptember 24, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 21, 2014
✔ NPI 1447446489 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in MO · R9B71
Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

8790 WATSON RD, Saint Louis, MO 63119
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Other Identifiers 7

Other321857203MO · Medicaid Optical
Medicare PIN000002449MO
Medicaid201857232MO
Other180007127MO · Railroad Medicare
Medicare UPINA10241
Other180007127IL · Rail Road Medicare
Medicare PINK11738IL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Malaz Safi M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID7618939513
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041103000126
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 4

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 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.
66 services44 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.
30 services30 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
27 services21 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.
26 services26 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63119 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
$128.28 typical visit price
range $55.65 – $169.38
Typical copayment $32.07 (range $13.91 – $42.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.50 typical visit price
range $17.76 – $137.92
Typical copayment $17.37 (range $4.44 – $34.48)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
64%104 patients3/55-star benchmark: 92%
Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
38%32 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Cervical Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 21-64 years of age who were screened for cervical cancer using either of the following criteria: - Women age 21-64 who had cervical cytology performed every 3 years - Women age 30-64 who had cervical cytology/human papillomavirus (HPV)…
52%140 patients
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer
42%179 patients2/55-star benchmark: 85%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period
18%439 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Foot Exam
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes (type 1 and type 2) who received a foot exam (visual inspection and sensory exam with mono filament and a pulse exam) during the measurement year
18%148 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
89%148 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%1,626 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
34%29 patients2/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
67%284 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
26%142 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 12 years and older screened for depression on the date of the encounter using an age appropriate standardized depression screening tool AND if positive, a follow-up plan is documented on the date of the positive screen
50%222 patients3/55-star benchmark: 96%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 97% · 278 patients
Patients tobacco: 10% · 20 patients
81%278 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 288 patients
0%288 patients5/55-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.

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.

DR. FRANCISCO MILED PHEREZ MD
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
8790 WATSON RD, SUITE 201
ST LOUIS, MO 63119
St. Louis County (314) 543-2800
ST LOUIS MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS, LLC
Internal Medicine
8790 WATSON RD, SUITE 201
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
St. Louis County (314) 543-2800
THEODORE P YEMM PT, ATC
Physical Therapist (Orthopedic)
8790 WATSON RD, STE 102
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
St. Louis County (314) 270-8671
HANY S SALAMA MD
Internal Medicine
8790 WATSON RD, SUITE 201
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
St. Louis County (314) 543-2800
MAX H DAVID MD
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
8790 WATSON RD, SUITE 201
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
St. Louis County (314) 543-2800
ST LOUIS MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS LLC
Clinic/Center (Urgent Care)
8790 WATSON RD, SUITE 100
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
St. Louis County (314) 543-2800

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 Malaz Safi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Malaz Safi is 1447446489. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 24, 2007.

Where is Malaz Safi located?

Malaz Safi practices at 8790 Watson Rd Suite. 203, Saint Louis, MO 63119. The listed phone number is (314) 543-2850.

What is Malaz Safi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Malaz Safi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Malaz Safi is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Malaz Safi accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Home State Health, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and 3 other insurers list Malaz Safi as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Malaz Safi was last updated on March 21, 2014. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.