BEHZAD NAJAFIAN MD
NPI 1831246644
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology in Seattle, WA

Active since January 04, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.09/100
CMS Quality Rating
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, SEATTLE, WA 98195(206) 598-6131(612) 273-1142 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 21, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Behzad Najafian Md NPPES

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

BEHZAD NAJAFIAN MD (NPI 1831246644) is an individual anatomic pathology provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60179394) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr, and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831246644
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0101X
Provider Legal NameBEHZAD NAJAFIANCredential: MD
Location Address1959 NE PACIFIC STSeattle, WA 98195-0001
Mailing AddressPo Box 50095Seattle, WA 98145-5095 · (206) 543-6420 · Fax (612) 273-1142
Fax(612) 273-1142
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateJanuary 4, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMay 21, 2013
NPI 1831246644 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0101X
License Licensed in WA · MD60179394
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.
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, Seattle, WA 98195

Other Identifiers 3

Other0270603WA · L&i
Medicaid1831246644WA
Medicare PIN8893593WA

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

Behzad Najafian 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 ID6901996123
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101015000504
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 5

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.

Antibody evaluation, each additional single antibody stain procedure 88350
An antibody evaluation involves testing a sample of your body fluid (like blood) to identify specific antibodies. Each additional single antibody stain procedure is a separate test for another specific antibody. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions by understanding your body's immune response.
505 services65 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313
Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.
172 services67 patients
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.
94 services66 patients
Antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure 88346
An antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure is a laboratory test. It's designed to identify specific proteins, or antibodies, in your body. This can help diagnose certain conditions or monitor your immune system's response to treatments. The procedure involves staining a single type of antibody for detection.
66 services65 patients
Electron microscopy for diagnosis 88348
Electron microscopy is a diagnostic tool providing detailed images of tiny structures within the body, much smaller than those visible with regular microscopes. It aids in identifying diseases at a cellular level, enhancing accuracy of diagnosis.
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 Of Washington Medical Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number500008
Location1959 NE Pacific St Box 356151Seattle, WA 98195 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Providence St Peter Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Olympia, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500024
Location413 Lilly Road NEOlympia, WA 98506 · Thurston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Swedish Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500027
Location747 BroadwaySeattle, WA 98122 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98195 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
$143.76 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $35.94 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
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.

93.09/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality73.95
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal & Fetal Medicine)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, 3RD FLOOR SW 350
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Occupational Therapist
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, MAILBOX 356490
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Ophthalmology
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, BOX 365485
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Anesthesiology
1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, BOX 356015
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, BOX 356100
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Hospitalist
1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195

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 Behzad Najafian's NPI number?

The NPI number for Behzad Najafian is 1831246644. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 4, 2007.

Where is Behzad Najafian located?

Behzad Najafian practices at 1959 NE Pacific St, Seattle, WA 98195. The listed phone number is (206) 598-6131.

What is Behzad Najafian's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0101X.

Is Behzad Najafian enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Behzad Najafian 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 Behzad Najafian accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Behzad Najafian 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 Behzad Najafian affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Behzad Najafian is affiliated with University Of Washington Medical Ctr, Providence St Peter Hospital and Swedish Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Behzad Najafian was last updated on May 21, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.