Muhammad Zafar, M.B.B.S.
NPI 1427293075 · Gastroenterology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Muhammad Zafar, M.B.B.S. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1427293075).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427293075
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.B.B.S.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N4220 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
649 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 | 159 | $128 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 139 | $168 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 109 | $114 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 98 | $91 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 74 | $252 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 321 | 127 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 220 | 88 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 21 | — |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 21 | — |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 20 | — |
| Omeprazole | 18 | — |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 17 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,143 across 64 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 (4)
- 4615 Southwest Fwy Ste 1000Houston, TX 77027-7108Phone: (346) 266-2520Fax: (832) 190-5597
- 14100 Southwest Fwy Ste 500Sugar Land, TX 77478-3483Phone: (346) 888-1818Fax: (346) 207-0132
- 600 N Kobayashi Ste 110Webster, TX 77598-4841Phone: (281) 338-1857Fax: (281) 724-1857
- 500 N Kobayashi Ste CWebster, TX 77598-4722Phone: (281) 816-3092Fax: (281) 336-9318
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-12-11
- Last updated
- 2026-02-02
- Certified
- 2026-02-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Muhammad Zafar's NPI number?
- Muhammad Zafar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427293075, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Muhammad Zafar's specialty?
- Muhammad Zafar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Muhammad Zafar located?
- Muhammad Zafar's practice location on file with NPPES is 4615 Southwest Fwy Ste 900, Houston, TX 77027-7191.
- What is Muhammad Zafar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Muhammad Zafar is (346) 450-6196.
- Does Muhammad Zafar accept Medicare?
- Muhammad Zafar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Muhammad Zafar's NPI active?
- Yes — Muhammad Zafar's NPI (1427293075) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.