Kenneth Vaz, MD
NPI 1194064824 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Washington, DC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Vaz, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Washington, DC (NPI 1194064824).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194064824
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,170 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 372 | $150 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 171 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 131 | $207 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 120 | $192 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 115 | $106 |
| Replacement of Thigh Bone and Hip Joint With Prosthesis |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 100 | 44 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 51 | 40 |
| Celecoxib | 28 | 13 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 22 | 17 |
| Ibuprofen | 14 | — |
| Gabapentin | 13 | — |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 12 | — |
| Amoxicillin | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$935 across 9 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 200 W Arbor Dr # 8894San Diego, CA 92103-1911Phone: (619) 543-7247
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-01-31
- Last updated
- 2023-01-09
- Certified
- 2023-01-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Vaz's NPI number?
- Kenneth Vaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194064824, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Vaz's specialty?
- Kenneth Vaz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Vaz located?
- Kenneth Vaz's practice location on file with NPPES is 3800 Reservoir Rd Nw, Washington, DC 20007-2113.
- What is Kenneth Vaz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Vaz is (202) 444-8766.
- Does Kenneth Vaz accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Vaz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Vaz's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Vaz's NPI (1194064824) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-01-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.