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VAHID AFSHARKHARGHAN M.D.
NPI 1508958166
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Houston, TX

Active since September 29, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.38/100
CMS Quality Rating
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD., HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 792-6161 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 17, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Vahid Afsharkharghan M.d. NPPES

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

VAHID AFSHARKHARGHAN M.D. (NPI 1508958166) is an individual hematology & oncology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (K9005) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508958166
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0003X
Provider Legal NameVAHID AFSHARKHARGHANCredential: M.D.
Location Address1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD.Houston, TX 77030-4009
Mailing AddressPo Box 4439Houston, TX 77210-4439 · (713) 792-2991
Phone(713) 792-6161
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateSeptember 29, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 17, 2024
✔ NPI 1508958166 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hematology & OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0003X
License✔ Licensed in TX · K9005
Definition
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD., Houston, TX 77030
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid046306903 (MDACC)TX
Medicaid046306901TX
Other8AT454TX · Bcbs (mdacc)
OtherP00803062TX · Rr Medicare (mdacc)

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

Vahid Afsharkharghan 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 ID3779660451
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080404000451
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 10

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.
83 services66 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
66 services40 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes 99441
A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.
42 services36 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.
40 services39 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
29 services29 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442
This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
28 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77030 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
$176.98 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $44.24 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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.

81.38/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81.25
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost49.97

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Lightweight wheelchair K0003
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$20.17 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

ERIKA RESETKOVA M.D., PHD
Pathology (Cytopathology)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD.
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
MARTHA L. BECK RN, FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD.
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
CHARLES E. BUTLER M.D.
Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD.
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
PEIRONG YU M.D.
Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD.
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
JUDY LYNN CHASE PHARM.D.
Pharmacist (Oncology)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD., UNIT 90
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-2870
SAUSAN Z ABOUHARB M.D
Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD.
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161
DINA PATEL PHARM.D.
Pharmacist (Oncology)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD., UNIT 377
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6061
LUHUA M. WANG M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1515 HOLCOMBE BLVD.
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 792-6161

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 Vahid Afsharkharghan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vahid Afsharkharghan is 1508958166. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 29, 2006.

Where is Vahid Afsharkharghan located?

Vahid Afsharkharghan practices at 1515 Holcombe Blvd., Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 792-6161.

What is Vahid Afsharkharghan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RH0003X.

Is Vahid Afsharkharghan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vahid Afsharkharghan 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vahid Afsharkharghan was last updated on September 17, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 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.