Bechara Mezher, MD
NPI 1598751794 · Gastroenterology Physician · Tucson, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bechara Mezher, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Tucson, AZ (NPI 1598751794).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598751794
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 28951 (AZ)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
818 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 150 | $160 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 109 | $111 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 101 | $124 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 74 | $205 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 59 | $247 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulfbrand: Sutab | 125 | 125 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 82 | 32 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 80 | 78 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 64 | 64 |
| Omeprazole | 53 | 24 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 37 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,934 across 86 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 350 N Wilmot RdTucson, AZ 85711-2602Phone: (520) 296-3211Fax: (520) 873-3921
- 500 Walter St Ne Ste 401Albuquerque, NM 87102-2563Phone: (505) 727-7833
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-09-22
- Last updated
- 2025-03-18
- Certified
- 2025-03-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bechara Mezher's NPI number?
- Bechara Mezher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598751794, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bechara Mezher's specialty?
- Bechara Mezher is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Bechara Mezher located?
- Bechara Mezher's practice location on file with NPPES is 1505 N Swan Rd, Tucson, AZ 85712.
- What is Bechara Mezher's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bechara Mezher is (520) 869-9233.
- Does Bechara Mezher accept Medicare?
- Bechara Mezher is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bechara Mezher's NPI active?
- Yes — Bechara Mezher's NPI (1598751794) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.