Fawad Zafar, M.D.
NPI 1003818493 · Urology Physician · West Des Moines, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Fawad Zafar, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in West Des Moines, IA (NPI 1003818493).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003818493
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 30827 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
835 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 184 | $60 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 167 | $83 |
| Simple Change of Bladder Tube51705 | 111 | $88 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 80 | $69 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 55 | $102 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 46 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 623 | 197 |
| Finasteride | 134 | 43 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 112 | 78 |
| Oxybutynin Chloride | 84 | 35 |
| Cefuroxime Axetilbrand: Cefuroxime | 83 | 63 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 81 | 20 |
| Bethanechol Chloride | 60 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$35 across 1 record (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-15
- Last updated
- 2020-12-23
- Certified
- 2020-12-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Fawad Zafar's NPI number?
- Fawad Zafar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003818493, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Fawad Zafar's specialty?
- Fawad Zafar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Fawad Zafar located?
- Fawad Zafar's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 73rd St Ste 17, West Des Moines, IA 50265-1321.
- What is Fawad Zafar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Fawad Zafar is (515) 277-8900.
- Does Fawad Zafar accept Medicare?
- Fawad Zafar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Fawad Zafar's NPI active?
- Yes — Fawad Zafar's NPI (1003818493) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-12-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.