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ZAHEER K PAJNIGAR MD
NPI 1508986712
Anesthesiology in Kansas City, MO

Active since March 30, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.28/100
CMS Quality Rating
5830 NW BARRY RD, KANSAS CITY, MO 64154(816) 932-3679 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 20, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Zaheer K Pajnigar Md NPPES

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

ZAHEER K PAJNIGAR MD (NPI 1508986712) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Kansas City, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2008009947) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Saint Lukes North Hospital, and is a graduate of Creighton University School Of Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508986712
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameZAHEER K PAJNIGARCredential: MD
Location Address5830 NW BARRY RDKansas City, MO 64154-2778
Mailing Address901 E 104th St, Mailstop 400sKansas City, MO 64131 · (816) 932-3679
Phone(816) 932-3679
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSCreighton University School Of MedicineGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateMarch 30, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 20, 2023
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 20, 2023
✔ NPI 1508986712 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in MO · 2008009947
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
5830 NW BARRY RD, Kansas City, MO 64154
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Zaheer K Pajnigar Md 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 ID941376404
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080906000102
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Zaheer Pajnigar reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Saint Lukes Physician Group Inc
20 mi
Nurse Practitioner
8501 W 95TH ST
Overland Park, KS 66212
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • 1,339 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1043826563 (913) 323-8880

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
60 services58 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
57 services57 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790
Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.
28 services27 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.
26 services26 patients
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.
23 services23 patients
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Saint Lukes North Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, MO
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260062
Location5830 N W Barry RoadKansas City, MO 64154 · Platte County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, MO
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260138
Location4401 Wornall RoadKansas City, MO 64111 · Jackson 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.

77.28/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.71
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost50.58

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.

DR. MICHAEL THOMPSON MD
Anesthesiology
5830 NW BARRY RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64154
Platte County (816) 880-6440
KEVIN WANJIKU WACHIRA FNP
Family Medicine (Adult Medicine)
5830 NW BARRY RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64154
Platte County (816) 880-6560
ANTHONY J. NETZER MD
Anesthesiology
5830 NW BARRY RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64154
Platte County (816) 880-6444
TAYLOR D HAGAN CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
5830 NW BARRY RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64154
Platte County (816) 880-6444
SCOTT A WALKER CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
5830 NW BARRY RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64154
Platte County (816) 932-3679
DR. DONALD E COLE MD
Anesthesiology
5830 NW BARRY RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64154
Platte County (816) 880-6440
CAROL J EVERETT RD, LD
Dietitian, Registered
5830 NW BARRY RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64154
Platte County (816) 880-6742
SAMANTHA FARRELL BSN, RN
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
5830 NW BARRY RD
KANSAS CITY, MO 64154
Platte County (816) 891-6000

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 Zaheer Pajnigar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Zaheer Pajnigar is 1508986712. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 30, 2007.

Where is Zaheer Pajnigar located?

Zaheer Pajnigar practices at 5830 NW Barry Rd, Kansas City, MO 64154. The listed phone number is (816) 932-3679.

What is Zaheer Pajnigar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Zaheer Pajnigar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Zaheer Pajnigar 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Zaheer Pajnigar's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Zaheer Pajnigar reassigns Medicare benefits to Saint Lukes Physician Group Inc (Overland Park, KS). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Zaheer Pajnigar's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Zaheer Pajnigar accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City list Zaheer Pajnigar 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.

Is Zaheer Pajnigar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Zaheer Pajnigar is affiliated with Saint Lukes North Hospital and St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Zaheer Pajnigar was last updated on September 20, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.