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DR. ZAID TAFESH M.D.
NPI 1457790024
Internal Medicine - Transplant Hepatology in Newark, NJ

Active since June 17, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
73.27/100
CMS Quality Rating
90 BERGEN ST STE 2100, NEWARK, NJ 07103(973) 972-2343 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 12, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 12, 2023, Feb 24, 2022, Oct 27, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Zaid Tafesh M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ZAID TAFESH M.D. (NPI 1457790024) is an individual transplant hepatology provider in Newark, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (25MA10721300) and active in the NPI registry since June 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with The University Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457790024
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RT0003X
Provider Legal NameDR. ZAID TAFESHCredential: M.D.
Location Address90 BERGEN ST STE 2100Newark, NJ 07103-2425
Mailing Address185 S Orange Ave Rm H538Newark, NJ 07103-2757 · (973) 972-5252 · Fax (973) 972-3144
Phone(973) 972-2343
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateJune 17, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 12, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 21, 2023
✔ NPI 1457790024 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Transplant HepatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RT0003X
License✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MA10721300
Definition
An internist with special knowledge and the skill required of a gastroenterologist to care for patients prior to and following hepatic transplantation that spans all phases of liver transplantation. Selection of appropriate recipients requires assessment by a team having experience in evaluating the severity and prognosis of patients with liver disease.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyTaxonomy 207RG0100X · License 25MA10721300 (NJ)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · HepatologyTaxonomy 207RI0008X · License 25MA10721300 (NJ)
90 BERGEN ST STE 2100, Newark, NJ 07103
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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

Dr. Zaid Tafesh 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 ID5890118491
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200714002650
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 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.
158 services113 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
135 services27 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.
30 services24 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
15 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

The University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Newark, NJ
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number310119
Location150 Bergen StNewark, NJ 07103 · Essex 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.

73.27/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality44.89
Promoting Interoperability83
Improvement Activities40
Cost47.69

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

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

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
10 suppliers119 claims8,580 services$0.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Cyclosporine, oral, 25 mg J7515
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
1 supplier24 claims4,440 services$0.61 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
6 suppliers93 claims14,040 services$0.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Sirolimus, oral, 1 mg J7520
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
2 suppliers11 claims225 services$2.50 avg. paid by Medicare
Everolimus, oral, 0.25 mg J7527
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
4 suppliers24 claims3,900 services$4.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
13 suppliers160 claims160 services$18.33 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 Zaid Tafesh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Zaid Tafesh is 1457790024. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 17, 2013.

Where is Zaid Tafesh located?

Zaid Tafesh practices at 90 Bergen St Ste 2100, Newark, NJ 07103. The listed phone number is (973) 972-2343.

What is Zaid Tafesh's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Transplant Hepatology, with taxonomy code 207RT0003X.

Is Zaid Tafesh enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Zaid Tafesh 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 Zaid Tafesh affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Zaid Tafesh is affiliated with The University Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Zaid Tafesh was last updated on October 12, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.