Nirmala Saraf, M.D.
NPI 1518986538 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · East Orange, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nirmala Saraf, M.D. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in East Orange, NJ (NPI 1518986538).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518986538
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 25MA064416 (NJ)
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
19 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
1,392 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 | 517 | $84 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 505 | $126 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 134 | $183 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 110 | $132 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 107 | $224 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 79 | 16 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 47 | 16 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 37 | — |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 36 | — |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 33 | — |
| Gabapentin | 33 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,378 across 57 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
- 2006-07-19
- Last updated
- 2008-05-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nirmala Saraf's NPI number?
- Nirmala Saraf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518986538, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nirmala Saraf's specialty?
- Nirmala Saraf is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nirmala Saraf located?
- Nirmala Saraf's practice location on file with NPPES is 310 Central Ave, East Orange, NJ 07018-2835.
- What is Nirmala Saraf's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nirmala Saraf is (973) 395-1500.
- Does Nirmala Saraf accept Medicare?
- Nirmala Saraf is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nirmala Saraf's NPI active?
- Yes — Nirmala Saraf's NPI (1518986538) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-05-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.