Sherif Azer, PA-C
NPI 1730722349 · Physician Assistant · Paterson, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sherif Azer, PA-C is a Physician Assistant provider in Paterson, NJ (NPI 1730722349).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730722349
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1169013 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
6 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
595 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 Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 168 | $68 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 108 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 46 | $53 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 39 | $9 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 35 | $104 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 107 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 377 | 213 |
| Metformin Hcl | 278 | 135 |
| Omeprazole | 241 | 130 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 222 | 108 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 180 | 79 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 137 | 58 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$666 across 6 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
- 2019-10-26
- Last updated
- 2024-10-27
- Certified
- 2024-10-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sherif Azer's NPI number?
- Sherif Azer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730722349, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sherif Azer's specialty?
- Sherif Azer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Sherif Azer located?
- Sherif Azer's practice location on file with NPPES is 91 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07505-1026.
- What is Sherif Azer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sherif Azer is (973) 810-1200.
- Does Sherif Azer accept Medicare?
- Sherif Azer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sherif Azer's NPI active?
- Yes — Sherif Azer's NPI (1730722349) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.