DR. NICOLA FARIS AZAR M.D.
NPI 1922259787
Family Medicine in Thousand Oaks, CA

Active since October 09, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3.05/100
CMS Quality Rating
1000 NEWBURY RD STE 265, THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91320(818) 667-7473(818) 914-4230 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 1, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Nicola Faris Azar M.d. NPPES

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

DR. NICOLA FARIS AZAR M.D. (NPI 1922259787) is an individual family medicine provider in Thousand Oaks, California, licensed in Illinois (036121756) and active in the NPI registry since October 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1922259787
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. NICOLA FARIS AZARCredential: M.D.
Location Address1000 NEWBURY RD STE 265Thousand Oaks, CA 91320-6444
Mailing Address1000 Newbury Rd Ste 265Thousand Oaks, CA 91320-6444 · (818) 667-7473 · Fax (818) 914-4230
Fax(818) 914-4230
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateOctober 9, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateApril 1, 2022
NPPES CertifiedApril 1, 2022
NPI 1922259787 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses Licensed in IL · 036121756 Licensed in CA · A121880
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
1000 NEWBURY RD STE 265, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320

Other Identifiers 1

Other212506IL · Medicare

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. Nicola Faris Azar 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 ID5799836557
PECOS Enrollment IDI20141124000665
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 8

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.

Physician or allowed practitioner supervision of a patient receiving medicare-covered services provided by a participating home health agency (patient not present) requiring complex and multidisciplinary care modalities involving regular physician or allow G0181
This service involves a physician overseeing your care while you receive Medicare-covered services from a home health agency. The care you're receiving is complex and involves various disciplines. The physician isn't physically present but regularly supervises your treatment to ensure optimal health outcomes.
7,464 services1,315 patients
Physician or allowed practitioner re-certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians a G0179
This procedure involves a doctor or approved practitioner reviewing your health status and re-certifying your need for Medicare-covered home health services. It includes communication with the home health agency and assessment of your health reports, even when you're not physically present.
2,300 services1,125 patients
Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and G0180
This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.
1,521 services1,126 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
1,189 services791 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
606 services606 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes 99441
A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.
58 services46 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 91320 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
$95.28 typical visit price
range $62.32 – $185.36
Typical copayment $23.82 (range $15.58 – $46.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$108.74 typical visit price
range $20.68 – $151.85
Typical copayment $27.18 (range $5.17 – $37.96)
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.

3.05/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0
Cost10.18

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 12

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
10 suppliers41 claims57 services$5.95 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
6 suppliers20 claims20 services$1.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), without side rails, without mattress E0295
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
2 suppliers68 claims68 services$49.73 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers40 claims40 services$14.12 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
3 suppliers18 claims18 services$2.89 avg. paid by Medicare
Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) E0630
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$35.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Family Medicine
1000 NEWBURY RD STE 265
THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91320

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 Nicola Azar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicola Azar is 1922259787. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 9, 2008.

Where is Nicola Azar located?

Nicola Azar practices at 1000 Newbury Rd Ste 265, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. The listed phone number is (818) 667-7473.

What is Nicola Azar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Nicola Azar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicola Azar 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicola Azar was last updated on April 1, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.