Vafi Salmasi, MD
NPI 1649542382 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Stanford, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vafi Salmasi, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Stanford, CA (NPI 1649542382).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649542382
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A141155 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
249 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 42 | $182 |
| Administration of Psychological Or Neuropsychological Test, First 30 Minutes96136 | 40 | $34 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 27 | $193 |
| Chronic Pain Management and Treatment, Monthly Bundle Including, Diagnosis; Assessment and Monitoring; Administration of a Validated Pain Rating Scale Or Tool; the Development, Implementation, Revision, And/Or Maintenance of a Person-Centered Care Plan ThaG3002 | 27 | $84 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 25 | $132 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) |
|---|---|
| Buprenorphine | 23 |
| Baclofen | 21 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 21 |
| Topiramate | 20 |
| Celecoxib | 20 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 17 |
| Gabapentin | 17 |
| Pregabalin | 15 |
| Meloxicam | 12 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$10,641 across 42 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
- 2012-01-26
- Last updated
- 2024-04-10
- Certified
- 2024-04-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vafi Salmasi's NPI number?
- Vafi Salmasi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649542382, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vafi Salmasi's specialty?
- Vafi Salmasi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vafi Salmasi located?
- Vafi Salmasi's practice location on file with NPPES is 300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305-2200.
- What is Vafi Salmasi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vafi Salmasi is (650) 723-4000.
- Does Vafi Salmasi accept Medicare?
- Vafi Salmasi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vafi Salmasi's NPI active?
- Yes — Vafi Salmasi's NPI (1649542382) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.