Kamel Azhar, M.D, M.A.S
NPI 1578959441 · Family Medicine Physician · Palm Springs, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kamel Azhar, M.D, M.A.S is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Palm Springs, CA (NPI 1578959441).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578959441
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D, M.A.S
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
270 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 191 | $98 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 62 | $66 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 17 | $66 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $66–$98 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 97 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 324 | 141 |
| Losartan Potassium | 274 | 110 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 181 | 66 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 176 | 80 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 170 | 69 |
| Lisinopril | 159 | 68 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 39000 Bob Hope DrRancho Mirage, CA 92270-3221Phone: (760) 834-7930Fax: (760) 834-7931
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-08
- Last updated
- 2022-03-01
- Certified
- 2022-03-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kamel Azhar's NPI number?
- Kamel Azhar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578959441, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kamel Azhar's specialty?
- Kamel Azhar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kamel Azhar located?
- Kamel Azhar's practice location on file with NPPES is 4791 E Palm Canyon Dr Ste 100, Palm Springs, CA 92264-5232.
- What is Kamel Azhar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kamel Azhar is (760) 834-7930.
- Does Kamel Azhar accept Medicare?
- Kamel Azhar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kamel Azhar's NPI active?
- Yes — Kamel Azhar's NPI (1578959441) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-03-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.