Fariha Salman
NPI 1629331079 · Diabetology (Internal Medicine) Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Fariha Salman is a Diabetology (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1629331079).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629331079
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diabetology (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 56341 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 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
4,195 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 610 | $15 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 492 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 423 | $115 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 399 | $10 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 348 | $3 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 64 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 629 | 140 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 357 | 107 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 295 | 81 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 250 | 77 |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 232 | 83 |
| Tirzepatidebrand: Mounjaro | 216 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,493 across 94 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
- 2012-06-20
- Last updated
- 2026-06-03
- Certified
- 2026-06-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Fariha Salman's NPI number?
- Fariha Salman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629331079, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Fariha Salman's specialty?
- Fariha Salman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diabetology (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Fariha Salman located?
- Fariha Salman's practice location on file with NPPES is 18123 Upper Bay Rd, Houston, TX 77058-3875.
- What is Fariha Salman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Fariha Salman is (346) 427-4090.
- Does Fariha Salman accept Medicare?
- Fariha Salman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Fariha Salman's NPI active?
- Yes — Fariha Salman's NPI (1629331079) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-06-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.