Shahnawaz Jaffer, M.D.
NPI 1649301698 · Gastroenterology Physician · Covina, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shahnawaz Jaffer, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Covina, CA (NPI 1649301698).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649301698
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A26483 (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
19 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
8,449 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 470 | $8 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 466 | $8 |
| Amylase (enzyme) Level82150 | 447 | $6 |
| Blood Creatinine Level82565 | 447 | $5 |
| Phosphatase (enzyme) Level, Alkaline84075 | 447 | $5 |
| Bilirubin Level, Total82247 | 446 | $5 |
| Calcium Level, Total |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 67 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 189 | 56 |
| Azithromycin | 130 | 63 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 89 | 22 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 84 | 22 |
| Omeprazole | 77 | 22 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 75 | 20 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 62 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$148 across 8 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
- 2007-03-08
- Last updated
- 2010-07-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shahnawaz Jaffer's NPI number?
- Shahnawaz Jaffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649301698, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shahnawaz Jaffer's specialty?
- Shahnawaz Jaffer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shahnawaz Jaffer located?
- Shahnawaz Jaffer's practice location on file with NPPES is 247 W San Bernardino Rd, Covina, CA 91723-1516.
- What is Shahnawaz Jaffer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shahnawaz Jaffer is (626) 915-7100.
- Does Shahnawaz Jaffer accept Medicare?
- Shahnawaz Jaffer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shahnawaz Jaffer's NPI active?
- Yes — Shahnawaz Jaffer's NPI (1649301698) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-07-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.