Waqar Hussain, M.D.
NPI 1427052034 · Internal Medicine Physician · Brownsville, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Waqar Hussain, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Brownsville, TX (NPI 1427052034).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427052034
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- L8081 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,141 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 50 Minutes99233 | 435 | $111 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 407 | $121 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 355 | $146 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 249 | $74 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 151 | $108 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 60 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 33 | 30 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 31 | — |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 29 | 15 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 26 | 15 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 20 | 14 |
| Levofloxacin | 18 | 18 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-10
- Last updated
- 2012-05-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Waqar Hussain's NPI number?
- Waqar Hussain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427052034, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Waqar Hussain's specialty?
- Waqar Hussain is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Waqar Hussain located?
- Waqar Hussain's practice location on file with NPPES is 625 E Price Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521-4215.
- What is Waqar Hussain's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Waqar Hussain is (956) 831-9353.
- Does Waqar Hussain accept Medicare?
- Waqar Hussain is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Waqar Hussain's NPI active?
- Yes — Waqar Hussain's NPI (1427052034) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-05-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.