Farshid Yazdi, M.D., M.S.P.H.
NPI 1679707350 · Nephrology Physician · New Orleans, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Farshid Yazdi, M.D., M.S.P.H. is a Nephrology Physician provider in New Orleans, LA (NPI 1679707350).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679707350
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., M.S.P.H.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 208134 (LA)
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
17 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
148 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 37 | $65 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 36 | $332 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 35 | $74 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 15 | $275 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 13 | $125 |
| Insertion of Needle And/Or Tube Into Hemodialysis Circuit With Review By Radiologist36901 | 12 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Parenteral Amino Acid 20% No.1brand: Prosol | 89 | — |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 67 | 22 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 46 | 16 |
| Furosemide | 42 | 15 |
| Losartan Potassium | 40 | 17 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 35 | 12 |
| Calcium Acetate | 33 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,753 across 35 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
- 2009-05-08
- Last updated
- 2015-09-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Farshid Yazdi's NPI number?
- Farshid Yazdi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679707350, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Farshid Yazdi's specialty?
- Farshid Yazdi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Farshid Yazdi located?
- Farshid Yazdi's practice location on file with NPPES is 828 Webster St, New Orleans, LA 70118-5848.
- What is Farshid Yazdi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Farshid Yazdi is (337) 781-2927.
- Does Farshid Yazdi accept Medicare?
- Farshid Yazdi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Farshid Yazdi's NPI active?
- Yes — Farshid Yazdi's NPI (1679707350) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-09-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.