Carlos Tafich, MD
NPI 1508299553 · Rheumatology Physician · Tucson, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carlos Tafich, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Tucson, AZ (NPI 1508299553).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508299553
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 51594 (AZ)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 99 | 28 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 85 | 32 |
| Prednisone | 58 | 23 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 34 | — |
| Leflunomide | 32 | — |
| Abataceptbrand: Orencia Clickject | 22 | — |
| Duloxetine Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-08-13
- Last updated
- 2023-01-18
- Certified
- 2023-01-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carlos Tafich's NPI number?
- Carlos Tafich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508299553, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carlos Tafich's specialty?
- Carlos Tafich is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carlos Tafich located?
- Carlos Tafich's practice location on file with NPPES is 2800 E Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ 85713-6204.
- What is Carlos Tafich's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carlos Tafich is (520) 874-2000.
- Does Carlos Tafich accept Medicare?
- Carlos Tafich is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carlos Tafich's NPI active?
- Yes — Carlos Tafich's NPI (1508299553) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-01-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.