Rafid Asfar, M.D..
NPI 1639468747 · Rheumatology Physician · Chula Vista, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rafid Asfar, M.D.. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Chula Vista, CA (NPI 1639468747).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639468747
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D..
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A156620 (CA)
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
1,689 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 | 678 | $122 |
| 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 | 494 | $16 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 318 | $9 |
| X-Ray of Hand, Minimum of 3 Views73130 | 65 | $28 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 63 | $163 |
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 303 | 139 |
| Prednisone | 180 | 101 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 168 | 87 |
| Leflunomide | 164 | 66 |
| Gabapentin | 133 | 61 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 80 | 44 |
| Meloxicam | 52 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,135 across 81 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
- 2011-03-30
- Last updated
- 2026-06-04
- Certified
- 2026-06-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rafid Asfar's NPI number?
- Rafid Asfar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639468747, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rafid Asfar's specialty?
- Rafid Asfar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rafid Asfar located?
- Rafid Asfar's practice location on file with NPPES is 765 Medical Center Ct Ste 216, Chula Vista, CA 91911-6600.
- What is Rafid Asfar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rafid Asfar is (619) 623-3000.
- Does Rafid Asfar accept Medicare?
- Rafid Asfar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rafid Asfar's NPI active?
- Yes — Rafid Asfar's NPI (1639468747) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-06-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.