Sahar Koubar, MD
NPI 1477866580 · Internal Medicine Physician · Durham, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sahar Koubar, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Durham, NC (NPI 1477866580).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477866580
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 166231 (NC)
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
15 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
728 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 | 180 | $112 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 63 | $9 |
| Kidney Function Blood Test Panel80069 | 49 | $9 |
| Total Protein Level, Urine84156 | 45 | $4 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test85027 | 44 | $6 |
| 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 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | 104 | 28 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 101 | 30 |
| Losartan Potassium | 97 | 21 |
| Furosemide | 62 | 21 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 50 | 13 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 44 | 11 |
| Calcitriol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,681 across 6 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
- 2010-07-17
- Last updated
- 2010-07-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sahar Koubar's NPI number?
- Sahar Koubar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477866580, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sahar Koubar's specialty?
- Sahar Koubar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sahar Koubar located?
- Sahar Koubar's practice location on file with NPPES is 2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705-4699.
- What is Sahar Koubar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sahar Koubar is (919) 970-1637.
- Does Sahar Koubar accept Medicare?
- Sahar Koubar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sahar Koubar's NPI active?
- Yes — Sahar Koubar's NPI (1477866580) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-07-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.