Naveed Ashfaq, MBBS
NPI 1609263888 · Nephrology Physician · Columbus, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Naveed Ashfaq, MBBS is a Nephrology Physician provider in Columbus, OH (NPI 1609263888).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609263888
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MBBS
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35.136614 (OH)
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
11 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
389 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 50 Minutes99233 | 114 | $112 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 62 | $163 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 42 | $75 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 40 | $81 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 28 | $12 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Carvedilol | 50 | 12 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 49 | 12 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 34 | 11 |
| Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicatebrand: Lokelma | 30 | 11 |
| Sucroferric Oxyhydroxidebrand: Velphoro | 28 | — |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 24 | — |
| Allopurinol | 23 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$20 across 3 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
- 2015-04-24
- Last updated
- 2026-02-25
- Certified
- 2026-02-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Naveed Ashfaq's NPI number?
- Naveed Ashfaq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609263888, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Naveed Ashfaq's specialty?
- Naveed Ashfaq is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Naveed Ashfaq located?
- Naveed Ashfaq's practice location on file with NPPES is 543 Taylor Ave Fl 3, Columbus, OH 43203-1278.
- What is Naveed Ashfaq's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Naveed Ashfaq is (614) 293-4837.
- Does Naveed Ashfaq accept Medicare?
- Naveed Ashfaq is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Naveed Ashfaq's NPI active?
- Yes — Naveed Ashfaq's NPI (1609263888) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.