Syed Afzal, M.D.
NPI 1841497393 · Family Medicine Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Syed Afzal, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1841497393).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1841497393
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- Q0602 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
18 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
562 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 192 | $91 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 89 | $62 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 68 | $3 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 63 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 45 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 124 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 377 | 151 |
| Losartan Potassium | 243 | 87 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 240 | 84 |
| Gabapentin | 222 | 76 |
| Meloxicam | 218 | 81 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 199 | 81 |
| Amlodipine Besylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$676 across 21 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
- 2007-06-28
- Last updated
- 2025-12-08
- Certified
- 2025-12-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Syed Afzal's NPI number?
- Syed Afzal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841497393, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Syed Afzal's specialty?
- Syed Afzal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Syed Afzal located?
- Syed Afzal's practice location on file with NPPES is 451 Uvalde Rd, Houston, TX 77015-3717.
- What is Syed Afzal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Syed Afzal is (832) 409-2244.
- Does Syed Afzal accept Medicare?
- Syed Afzal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Syed Afzal's NPI active?
- Yes — Syed Afzal's NPI (1841497393) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.