Waseem Peracha, M.D.
NPI 1710986294 · Nephrology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Waseem Peracha, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1710986294).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710986294
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- L0902 (TX)
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
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
1,186 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 339 | $84 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 279 | $372 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 240 | $73 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 170 | $126 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 77 | $98 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 69 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydralazine Hcl | 335 | 125 |
| Calcitriol | 216 | 69 |
| Torsemide | 199 | 81 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 157 | 52 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 149 | 54 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 127 | 35 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 111 | 47 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$479 across 26 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
- 2005-07-18
- Last updated
- 2014-03-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Waseem Peracha's NPI number?
- Waseem Peracha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710986294, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Waseem Peracha's specialty?
- Waseem Peracha is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Waseem Peracha located?
- Waseem Peracha's practice location on file with NPPES is 12051 Westpark Dr, Houston, TX 77082-5556.
- What is Waseem Peracha's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Waseem Peracha is (281) 558-8260.
- Does Waseem Peracha accept Medicare?
- Waseem Peracha is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Waseem Peracha's NPI active?
- Yes — Waseem Peracha's NPI (1710986294) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-03-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.