Wais Afzal, M.D.
NPI 1710377544 · Rheumatology Physician · Sioux Falls, SD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Wais Afzal, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Sioux Falls, SD (NPI 1710377544).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710377544
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,177 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 537 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 470 | $92 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 50 | $62 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 39 | $136 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 33 | $125 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 879 | 241 |
| Prednisone | 660 | 194 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 423 | 130 |
| Colchicine | 259 | 63 |
| Allopurinol | 155 | 44 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 137 | 15 |
| Leflunomide | 117 | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$425 across 4 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
- 2015-02-02
- Last updated
- 2020-07-29
- Certified
- 2020-07-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Wais Afzal's NPI number?
- Wais Afzal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710377544, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Wais Afzal's specialty?
- Wais Afzal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Wais Afzal located?
- Wais Afzal's practice location on file with NPPES is 1321 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105-1502.
- What is Wais Afzal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Wais Afzal is (605) 328-3485.
- Does Wais Afzal accept Medicare?
- Wais Afzal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Wais Afzal's NPI active?
- Yes — Wais Afzal's NPI (1710377544) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-07-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.