Taher Saifullah, M.D.
NPI 1871939587 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Pasadena, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Taher Saifullah, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Pasadena, CA (NPI 1871939587).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871939587
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036143421 (IL)
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
13 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
2,998 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 | 1,501 | $138 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 231 | $359 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 214 | $178 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Level64484 | 197 | $158 |
| Fluoroscopic Guidance for Needle Placement77002 | 108 | $132 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 179 | 45 |
| Pregabalin | 114 | 34 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 66 | 29 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 65 | 49 |
| Buprenorphine | 62 | 12 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 36 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,170 across 23 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
- 2013-05-21
- Last updated
- 2021-10-28
- Certified
- 2021-10-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Taher Saifullah's NPI number?
- Taher Saifullah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871939587, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Taher Saifullah's specialty?
- Taher Saifullah is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Taher Saifullah located?
- Taher Saifullah's practice location on file with NPPES is 625 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 230, Pasadena, CA 91105-2663.
- What is Taher Saifullah's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Taher Saifullah is (626) 469-2939.
- Does Taher Saifullah accept Medicare?
- Taher Saifullah is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Taher Saifullah's NPI active?
- Yes — Taher Saifullah's NPI (1871939587) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-10-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.