Varsha Taskar, MD
NPI 1831173426 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Augusta, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Varsha Taskar, MD is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Augusta, GA (NPI 1831173426).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831173426
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- K7629 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,092 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 339 | $92 |
| Test to Examine How Well the Lungs Exchange Gases94729 | 168 | $8 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume94010 | 143 | $8 |
| Test to Determine Lung Volumes Using Sensors94726 | 85 | $11 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume Changes Before and After Medication Administration94060 | 78 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 52 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 75 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 424 | 147 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 405 | 115 |
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 391 | 86 |
| Azithromycin | 351 | 91 |
| Nintedanib Esylatebrand: Ofev | 232 | 31 |
| Prednisone | 227 | 86 |
| Furosemide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$509 across 16 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 11937 US Highway 271Tyler, TX 75708-3154Phone: (903) 877-7777Fax: (903) 877-5838
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-06
- Last updated
- 2023-11-02
- Certified
- 2023-11-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Varsha Taskar's NPI number?
- Varsha Taskar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831173426, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Varsha Taskar's specialty?
- Varsha Taskar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Varsha Taskar located?
- Varsha Taskar's practice location on file with NPPES is 1120 15th St, Augusta, GA 30912-3154.
- What is Varsha Taskar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Varsha Taskar is (706) 721-3813.
- Does Varsha Taskar accept Medicare?
- Varsha Taskar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Varsha Taskar's NPI active?
- Yes — Varsha Taskar's NPI (1831173426) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.