DR. MUHAMMAD SHAHZAD ZAFAR M.D.
NPI 1790018000
Psychiatry & Neurology - Clinical Neurophysiology in Durham, NC

Active since September 18, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
DUMC 102350, DUKE MEDICAL CENTER, DURHAM, NC 27710(919) 684-5870 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 10, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 10, 2017, Jun 13, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Muhammad Shahzad Zafar M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MUHAMMAD SHAHZAD ZAFAR M.D. (NPI 1790018000) is an individual clinical neurophysiology provider in Durham, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2016-01267) and active in the NPI registry since September 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790018000
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0600X
Provider Legal NameDR. MUHAMMAD SHAHZAD ZAFARCredential: M.D.
Location AddressDUMC 102350, DUKE MEDICAL CENTERDurham, NC 27710-0001
Mailing AddressPo Box 63362Charlotte, NC 28263-3362 · (919) 684-5870
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateSeptember 18, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 10, 20172 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1790018000 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · Clinical NeurophysiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0600X
License Licensed in NC · 2016-01267
Definition
Clinical Neurophysiology is a subspecialty with psychiatric or neurologic expertise in the diagnosis and management of central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous system disorders using combined clinical evaluation and electrophysiologic testing such as electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), and nerve conduction studies (NCS).
Also ListedPediatricsTaxonomy 208000000X · License 46343 (KY), MD447132 (PA)
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child NeurologyTaxonomy 2084N0402X · License 46343 (KY)
DUMC 102350, Durham, NC 27710

Accepted Insurance

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. Muhammad Shahzad Zafar 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 ID3274847611
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170810002279
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.

Continuous intraoperative neurophysiology monitoring, from outside the operating room (remote or nearby), per patient, (attention directed exclusively to one patient) each 15 minutes (list in addition to primary procedure) G0453
Continuous intraoperative neurophysiology monitoring is a service where a specialist oversees your nervous system's function during surgery, from a nearby or remote location. This is done every 15 minutes and is focused solely on you. It helps ensure surgical safety by identifying any potential nervous system changes promptly.
123 services18 patients
Placement of skin electrodes and measurement of central motor stimulation in arms and legs 95939
This procedure involves placing small patches (electrodes) on your skin over your arms and legs. These electrodes send harmless electrical signals to your muscles. The response is measured to assess the health and function of your nerves and muscles.
23 services23 patients
Placement of skin electrodes and measurement of stimulated sites on arms and legs 95938
This procedure involves placing small pads (electrodes) on your arms and legs. These electrodes send gentle electric signals to specific areas, and the responses are measured. This helps assess the health of your nerves and muscles.
21 services21 patients
Needle measurement of electrical activity in arm or leg muscles, 2 extremities 95861
This procedure, known as an electromyography (EMG), involves inserting a small needle into your arm or leg muscles to measure their electrical activity. It helps diagnose conditions affecting nerves or muscles. It's generally painless, though you may feel some discomfort.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Duke University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340030
Location2100 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 Muhammad Zafar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Muhammad Zafar is 1790018000. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 18, 2009.

Where is Muhammad Zafar located?

Muhammad Zafar practices at Dumc 102350 Duke Medical Center, Durham, NC 27710. The listed phone number is (919) 684-5870.

What is Muhammad Zafar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Clinical Neurophysiology, with taxonomy code 2084N0600X.

Is Muhammad Zafar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Muhammad 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.

What insurance does Muhammad Zafar accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Muhammad 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 Muhammad Zafar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Muhammad Zafar is affiliated with Duke University Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Muhammad Zafar was last updated on January 10, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.