Fariba Zarinetchi, M.D.
NPI 1518960491 · Nephrology Physician · Corpus Christi, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Fariba Zarinetchi, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Corpus Christi, TX (NPI 1518960491).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518960491
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- K1738 (TX)
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
21 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
1,371 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 35 Minutes99232 | 319 | $80 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 168 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 147 | $71 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 139 | $344 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 135 | $120 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 46 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 260 | 61 |
| Furosemide | 245 | 62 |
| Losartan Potassium | 141 | 40 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 136 | 37 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 131 | 38 |
| Lisinopril | 98 | 26 |
| Calcium Acetate | 75 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$351 across 21 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
- 2005-05-24
- Last updated
- 2020-04-23
- Certified
- 2020-04-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Fariba Zarinetchi's NPI number?
- Fariba Zarinetchi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518960491, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Fariba Zarinetchi's specialty?
- Fariba Zarinetchi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Fariba Zarinetchi located?
- Fariba Zarinetchi's practice location on file with NPPES is 1521 S Staples St, Corpus Christi, TX 78404-3154.
- What is Fariba Zarinetchi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Fariba Zarinetchi is (361) 887-8451.
- Does Fariba Zarinetchi accept Medicare?
- Fariba Zarinetchi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Fariba Zarinetchi's NPI active?
- Yes — Fariba Zarinetchi's NPI (1518960491) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-04-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.