Ziad Ashkar, M.D.
NPI 1356350946 · Nephrology Physician · Lafayette, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ziad Ashkar, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Lafayette, LA (NPI 1356350946).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356350946
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 11154R (LA)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
455 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 | 173 | $62 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 152 | $74 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 43 | $91 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 32 | $123 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 21 | $77 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 133 | 31 |
| Potassium Chloride | 109 | 28 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 96 | 28 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 84 | 23 |
| Torsemide | 74 | 21 |
| Lisinopril | 57 | 15 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 54 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$17,640 across 28 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)
- 2804 Ambassador Caffery PkwyLafayette, LA 70506-5906Phone: (337) 981-5156Fax: (337) 981-0673
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-05
- Last updated
- 2022-05-18
- Certified
- 2022-05-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ziad Ashkar's NPI number?
- Ziad Ashkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356350946, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ziad Ashkar's specialty?
- Ziad Ashkar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ziad Ashkar located?
- Ziad Ashkar's practice location on file with NPPES is 1460 S. College, Lafayette, LA 70503.
- What is Ziad Ashkar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ziad Ashkar is (337) 703-6431.
- Does Ziad Ashkar accept Medicare?
- Ziad Ashkar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ziad Ashkar's NPI active?
- Yes — Ziad Ashkar's NPI (1356350946) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-05-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.