Sami Alasfar, M.D.
NPI 1447489000 · Nephrology Physician · Scottsdale, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sami Alasfar, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Scottsdale, AZ (NPI 1447489000).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447489000
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 65819 (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
16 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
547 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 235 | $113 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 160 | $170 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 60 | $165 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 52 | $75 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 20 | $125 |
| 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'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluconazole | 132 | 66 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 80 | 45 |
| Valganciclovir Hcl | 59 | 45 |
| Prednisone | 55 | 30 |
| Famotidine | 36 | 15 |
| Carvedilol | 30 | 12 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 22 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$438 across 3 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
- 2009-07-04
- Last updated
- 2026-02-04
- Certified
- 2026-02-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sami Alasfar's NPI number?
- Sami Alasfar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447489000, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sami Alasfar's specialty?
- Sami Alasfar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sami Alasfar located?
- Sami Alasfar's practice location on file with NPPES is 13400 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85259-5499.
- What is Sami Alasfar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sami Alasfar is (480) 301-8000.
- Does Sami Alasfar accept Medicare?
- Sami Alasfar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sami Alasfar's NPI active?
- Yes — Sami Alasfar's NPI (1447489000) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.