Ashraf Chattha, M.D.
NPI 1073555983 · Nephrology Physician · Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ashraf Chattha, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Columbia, SC (NPI 1073555983).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1073555983
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21213 (WV)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2,059 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 1,093 | $78 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 389 | $126 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 267 | $350 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 176 | $171 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 47 | $89 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 53 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 333 | 98 |
| Allopurinol | 308 | 113 |
| Furosemide | 176 | 71 |
| Carvedilol | 165 | 61 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 143 | 45 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 125 | 43 |
| Losartan Potassium | 120 | 40 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$59 across 3 records (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
- 2006-06-12
- Last updated
- 2012-09-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ashraf Chattha's NPI number?
- Ashraf Chattha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073555983, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ashraf Chattha's specialty?
- Ashraf Chattha is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ashraf Chattha located?
- Ashraf Chattha's practice location on file with NPPES is 1655 Bernardin Ave, Columbia, SC 29204-2039.
- What is Ashraf Chattha's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ashraf Chattha is (803) 256-1137.
- Does Ashraf Chattha accept Medicare?
- Ashraf Chattha is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ashraf Chattha's NPI active?
- Yes — Ashraf Chattha's NPI (1073555983) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-09-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.