Afshin Skibba, M.D.
NPI 1598057861 · Vascular Surgery Physician · Knoxville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Vascular Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Afshin Skibba, M.D. is a Vascular Surgery Physician provider in Knoxville, TN (NPI 1598057861).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598057861
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Vascular Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD57043 (TN)
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
15 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
918 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound Study of Arm and Leg Arteries93922 | 134 | $58 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 109 | $117 |
| Ultrasound of Leg Arteries Or Artery Grafts93925 | 78 | $214 |
| Ultrasound of Aorta, Vena Cava, Groin Vessels Or Bypass Grafts93979 | 77 | $94 |
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 56 | $166 |
| Ultrasound Study of Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93970 | 46 | $166 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 566 | 158 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 91 | 30 |
| Cephalexin | 65 | 44 |
| Naproxen | 63 | 42 |
| Alprazolam | 46 | 29 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 38 | — |
| Ticagrelorbrand: Brilinta | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$8,548 across 47 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
- 2011-05-05
- Last updated
- 2018-09-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Afshin Skibba's NPI number?
- Afshin Skibba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598057861, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Afshin Skibba's specialty?
- Afshin Skibba is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Vascular Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Afshin Skibba located?
- Afshin Skibba's practice location on file with NPPES is 6408 Papermill Dr, Knoxville, TN 37919-4858.
- What is Afshin Skibba's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Afshin Skibba is (865) 588-8229.
- Does Afshin Skibba accept Medicare?
- Afshin Skibba is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Afshin Skibba's NPI active?
- Yes — Afshin Skibba's NPI (1598057861) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-09-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.