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ANWAR FARHOOD MD
NPI 1720069941
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Austin, TX

Active since November 07, 2005PECOS Enrolled
601 E 15TH ST, DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY, AUSTIN, TX 78701(512) 324-7516(512) 324-7536 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 18, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Anwar Farhood Md NPPES

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

ANWAR FARHOOD MD (NPI 1720069941) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Austin, Texas, licensed in Texas (H5548) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720069941
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameANWAR FARHOODCredential: MD
Location Address601 E 15TH ST, DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGYAustin, TX 78701-1930
Mailing AddressPo Box 164106Austin, TX 78716-4106 · (512) 324-7516 · Fax (512) 324-7536
Phone(512) 324-7516
Fax(512) 324-7536
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateNovember 7, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 18, 2009
✔ NPI 1720069941 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · H5548✔ Licensed in MA · 51573✔ Licensed in PA · MD038390E
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
601 E 15TH ST, Austin, TX 78701
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Other Identifiers 12

Other136995113TX · Cshcn
Other136995111TX · Cshcn
Other8K6431Bcbs Of Texas
Medicaid136995112TX
Medicare PINP00115579TX
Medicaid136995110TX
Medicare PIN8L5687TX
Medicare PIN8K6431TX
Medicare PIN8B6740TX
Medicare PIN8F4245TX
Medicare UPINE76701
Medicaid136995114TX

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 (PECOS)

Anwar Farhood Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Anwar Farhood reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Medstar Medical Group II LLC
1,316 mi
Critical Care Medicine
3800 RESERVOIR RD NW
Washington, DC 20007
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, District of Columbia enrollment
  • 3,530 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1205562816 (703) 558-1403
Medical Faculty Associates, Inc
1,317 mi
Anesthesiology
2150 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW, SUITE 10-409A
Washington, DC 20037
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, District of Columbia enrollment
  • 1,275 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1417990581 (202) 741-3350

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 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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
495 services234 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
278 services58 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
121 services64 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
108 services88 patients
Pathology examination of specimen during surgery, first tissue block 88331
A pathology examination during surgery involves the immediate analysis of a removed tissue sample. This helps the surgeon make decisions during your operation. The "first tissue block" refers to the initial sample examined. It's a vital step to ensure your health.
54 services23 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
45 services36 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78701 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
$131.95 typical visit price
range $57.88 – $174.00
Typical copayment $32.98 (range $14.47 – $43.50)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$101.65 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.23
Typical copayment $25.41 (range $4.72 – $35.55)
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.

PREETI VENKATRAMAN M.B.B.S.
Hospitalist
601 E 15TH ST
AUSTIN, TX 78701
Travis County (512) 324-7000
DR. CHAD ALAN HOOTEN MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
601 E 15TH ST
AUSTIN, TX 78701
Travis County (512) 324-2000
SETON HOSPITALIST SERVICE
Internal Medicine
601 E 15TH ST
AUSTIN, TX 78701
Travis County (512) 324-7000
DR. JOHN EDWARD MORAN III M.D.
Internal Medicine
601 E 15TH ST, UT DELL MEDICAL SCHOOL INTERNAL MEDICINE
AUSTIN, TX 78701
Travis County (512) 324-7000
CHRISTOPHER ZIEBELL M.D.
Emergency Medicine (Emergency Medical Services)
601 E 15TH ST
AUSTIN, TX 78701
Travis County (512) 324-7030
SARAH EGGERS ACNS-BC
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Adult Health)
601 E 15TH ST
AUSTIN, TX 78701
Travis County (512) 324-8933
BCEP, PA
Emergency Medicine
601 E 15TH ST
AUSTIN, TX 78701
Travis County (512) 324-7000
MR. TRAVIS PIPKIN N.P.
Nurse Practitioner
601 E 15TH ST
AUSTIN, TX 78701
Travis County (512) 324-7000

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 Anwar Farhood's NPI number?

The NPI number for Anwar Farhood is 1720069941. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 7, 2005.

Where is Anwar Farhood located?

Anwar Farhood practices at 601 E 15th St Department Of Pathology, Austin, TX 78701. The listed phone number is (512) 324-7516.

What is Anwar Farhood's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Anwar Farhood enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Anwar Farhood is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Anwar Farhood's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Anwar Farhood reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Medstar Medical Group II LLC (Washington, DC) and Medical Faculty Associates, Inc (Washington, DC). Each 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 Anwar Farhood's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Anwar Farhood was last updated on May 18, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.