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SAMAN ZAFAR
NPI 1649654955
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Philadelphia, PA

Active since July 16, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5501 OLD YORK ROAD, ALBERT EINSTEIN MEDICAL CENTRE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141(215) 456-6500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 5, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Saman Zafar NPPES

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

SAMAN ZAFAR (NPI 1649654955) is an individual neurology provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD469441) and active in the NPI registry since July 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Medical Center Of Princeton At Plainsboro, and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649654955
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameSAMAN ZAFAR
Location Address5501 OLD YORK ROAD, ALBERT EINSTEIN MEDICAL CENTREPhiladelphia, PA 19141
Mailing Address5501 Old York Road, Albert Einstein Medical CentrePhiladelphia, PA 19141 · (215) 456-6500
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateJuly 16, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 5, 2026
NPPES CertifiedOctober 5, 2026
✔ NPI 1649654955 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
Licenses✔ Licensed in PA · MD469441✔ Licensed in NJ · 25IA13006900
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
5501 OLD YORK ROAD, Philadelphia, PA 19141

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Saman Zafar 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 ID3779914577
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200512000505
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 Saman Zafar reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Diagnostic Radiology
5501 OLD YORK RD
Philadelphia, PA 19141
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 1,205 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 14

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 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.
118 services44 patients
Measurement of brain wave activity with video (veeg), 12-26 hours with review and report by health care professional 95720
This procedure monitors brain wave activity over 12-26 hours using Video EEG (VEEG). It involves recording brain waves and video to detect irregularities. A healthcare professional will review the data and provide a report. It's non-invasive and safe.
83 services47 patients
Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and asleep 95819
The measurement of brain wave activity, known as an EEG, records the brain's electrical signals. It's performed when you're awake and asleep to monitor your brain's functioning. It helps in diagnosing conditions like epilepsy, sleep disorders, and other neurological issues.
57 services55 patients
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.
57 services32 patients
Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), continuous 95700
Measurement of brain wave activity, or EEG, is a non-invasive procedure that records electrical patterns in your brain. This continuous monitoring helps to identify irregularities in brain function, aiding in diagnosis of conditions like epilepsy.
53 services46 patients
Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and drowsy 95816
Measurement of brain wave activity, also known as an EEG, is a non-invasive test that records electrical patterns in your brain. This procedure is done when you're awake and drowsy to understand how your brain functions during different states of consciousness.
39 services39 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

University Medical Center Of Princeton At Plainsboro

Acute Care Hospitals · Plainsboro, NJ
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310010
LocationOne-Five Plainsboro RoadPlainsboro, NJ 08536 · Middlesex County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Albert Einstein Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390142
Location5501 Old York RoadPhiladelphia, PA 19141 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Einstein Medical Center Montgomery

Acute Care Hospitals · East Norriton, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390329
Location559 West Germantown PikeEast Norriton, PA 19403 · Montgomery County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19141 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
$137.17 typical visit price
range $59.88 – $180.99
Typical copayment $34.29 (range $14.97 – $45.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$105.21 typical visit price
range $19.30 – $147.29
Typical copayment $26.30 (range $4.82 – $36.82)
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.

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.

Dentist
5501 OLD YORK ROAD, EINSTEIN HEALTHCARE NETWORK
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
5501 OLD YORK ROAD, ALBERT EINSTEIN MEDICAL CENTER
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Physician Assistant
5501 OLD YORK ROAD, EINSTEINMEDICAL CENTER TABOR EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Urology
5501 OLD YORK ROAD, ALBERT EINSTEIN MEDICAL CENTER
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Orthopaedic Surgery
5501 OLD YORK ROAD, WILLOWCREST ROAD 4TH FL
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
5501 OLD YORK ROAD
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Nurse Practitioner (Obstetrics & Gynecology)
5501 OLD YORK ROAD, PALEY 3 OB-GYN
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Pathology (Neuropathology)
5501 OLD YORK ROAD, TOWER GRD FL
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141

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 Saman Zafar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Saman Zafar is 1649654955. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 16, 2015.

Where is Saman Zafar located?

Saman Zafar practices at 5501 Old York Road Albert Einstein Medical Centre, Philadelphia, PA 19141. The listed phone number is (215) 456-6500.

What is Saman Zafar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Saman Zafar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Saman Zafar 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 Saman Zafar's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Saman Zafar reassigns Medicare benefits to Einstein Practice Plan Inc (Philadelphia, PA). 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 Saman Zafar's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Saman Zafar accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan list Saman Zafar 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 Saman Zafar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Saman Zafar is affiliated with University Medical Center Of Princeton At Plainsboro, Albert Einstein Medical Center and Einstein Medical Center Montgomery.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Saman Zafar was last updated on October 5, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 25 days 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.