Atif Ghaffar
NPI 1679159107 · Neurology Physician · New Orleans, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Atif Ghaffar is a Neurology Physician provider in New Orleans, LA (NPI 1679159107).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679159107
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 337667 (LA)
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 tenure33% of score
5 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 30 |
| Clonazepam | 25 |
| Levetiracetam | 25 |
| Topiramate | 14 |
| Baclofen | 13 |
| Dalfampridinebrand: Dalfampridine Er | 13 |
| Divalproex Sodiumbrand: Divalproex Sodium Er | 13 |
| Phenobarbital | 12 |
| Valproic Acid (as Sodium Salt)brand: Valproic Acid | 12 |
| Erenumab-Aooe |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$801 across 27 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
- 2021-03-23
- Last updated
- 2026-06-05
- Certified
- 2026-06-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Atif Ghaffar's NPI number?
- Atif Ghaffar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679159107, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Atif Ghaffar's specialty?
- Atif Ghaffar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Atif Ghaffar located?
- Atif Ghaffar's practice location on file with NPPES is 1542 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA 70112-2865.
- What is Atif Ghaffar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Atif Ghaffar is (504) 568-4081.
- Does Atif Ghaffar accept Medicare?
- Atif Ghaffar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Atif Ghaffar's NPI active?
- Yes — Atif Ghaffar's NPI (1679159107) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-06-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.