Berchman Vaz, MD
NPI 1265468219 · Rheumatology Physician · Tucson, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Berchman Vaz, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Tucson, AZ (NPI 1265468219).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265468219
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 24870 (AZ)
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
2,103 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 | 685 | $124 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 462 | $16 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 353 | $123 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 214 | $14 |
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 152 | $67 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, Each Additional Hour |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 730 | 156 |
| Prednisone | 473 | 122 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 469 | 102 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 156 | 22 |
| Folic Acid | 155 | 41 |
| Leflunomide | 109 | 29 |
| Sulfasalazine | 104 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$263 across 7 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
- 2006-06-23
- Last updated
- 2008-01-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Berchman Vaz's NPI number?
- Berchman Vaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265468219, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Berchman Vaz's specialty?
- Berchman Vaz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Berchman Vaz located?
- Berchman Vaz's practice location on file with NPPES is 535 N Wilmot Rd, Tucson, AZ 85711-2600.
- What is Berchman Vaz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Berchman Vaz is (520) 874-7400.
- Does Berchman Vaz accept Medicare?
- Berchman Vaz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Berchman Vaz's NPI active?
- Yes — Berchman Vaz's NPI (1265468219) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-01-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.