Asher Hussain, M.D.
NPI 1780921288 · Nephrology Physician · Trenton, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Asher Hussain, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Trenton, NJ (NPI 1780921288).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780921288
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
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
13 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
2,194 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 | 1,124 | $81 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 309 | $360 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 150 | $99 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 150 | $178 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 131 | $73 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 115 | 21 |
| Calcitriol | 90 | 35 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 80 | 32 |
| Furosemide | 52 | 22 |
| Finerenonebrand: Kerendia | 50 | — |
| Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicatebrand: Lokelma | 32 | 13 |
| Sucroferric Oxyhydroxidebrand: Velphoro | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$521 across 34 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
- 2013-01-03
- Last updated
- 2020-10-29
- Certified
- 2020-10-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Asher Hussain's NPI number?
- Asher Hussain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780921288, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Asher Hussain's specialty?
- Asher Hussain is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Asher Hussain located?
- Asher Hussain's practice location on file with NPPES is 40 Fuld St Ste 401, Trenton, NJ 08638-5247.
- What is Asher Hussain's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Asher Hussain is (908) 642-7533.
- Does Asher Hussain accept Medicare?
- Asher Hussain is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Asher Hussain's NPI active?
- Yes — Asher Hussain's NPI (1780921288) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.