Sameer Chawla, M.D.
NPI 1679511661 · Urology Physician · Raleigh, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sameer Chawla, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Raleigh, NC (NPI 1679511661).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679511661
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD417146 (PA)
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
20 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
1,458 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 466 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 371 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 134 | $85 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 97 | $220 |
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Automated81001 | 89 | $3 |
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 | 89 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 636 | 221 |
| Finasteride | 256 | 86 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 99 | 29 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 85 | 63 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 69 | 26 |
| Testosterone Cypionate | 56 | 19 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$264 across 7 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
- 2006-06-03
- Last updated
- 2021-02-17
- Certified
- 2021-02-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sameer Chawla's NPI number?
- Sameer Chawla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679511661, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sameer Chawla's specialty?
- Sameer Chawla is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sameer Chawla located?
- Sameer Chawla's practice location on file with NPPES is 3024 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC 27610-1247.
- What is Sameer Chawla's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sameer Chawla is (919) 350-7251.
- Does Sameer Chawla accept Medicare?
- Sameer Chawla is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sameer Chawla's NPI active?
- Yes — Sameer Chawla's NPI (1679511661) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.