Samir Ashfaq, M.D
NPI 1588009815 · Internal Medicine Physician · Temple, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samir Ashfaq, M.D is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Temple, TX (NPI 1588009815).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588009815
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- BP10047253 (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
13 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
676 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 198 | $128 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 142 | $118 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 70 | $169 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 65 | $88 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 64 | $131 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 308 | 121 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 179 | 171 |
| Omeprazole | 104 | 47 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 90 | 19 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 60 | 18 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 58 | 12 |
| Famotidine | 47 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,247 across 55 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
- 2013-04-30
- Last updated
- 2013-04-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samir Ashfaq's NPI number?
- Samir Ashfaq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588009815, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samir Ashfaq's specialty?
- Samir Ashfaq is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samir Ashfaq located?
- Samir Ashfaq's practice location on file with NPPES is 2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508-0001.
- What is Samir Ashfaq's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samir Ashfaq is (254) 724-2364.
- Does Samir Ashfaq accept Medicare?
- Samir Ashfaq is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samir Ashfaq's NPI active?
- Yes — Samir Ashfaq's NPI (1588009815) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-04-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.