Alexander Afanasyev, MD
NPI 1972505030 · Nephrology Physician · Louisville, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alexander Afanasyev, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Louisville, KY (NPI 1972505030).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972505030
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 36498 (KY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 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
2,805 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 | 644 | $73 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 415 | $76 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 360 | $111 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 313 | $51 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 269 | $90 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Allopurinol | 155 | 56 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 138 | 49 |
| Lisinopril | 124 | 43 |
| Losartan Potassium | 98 | 34 |
| Furosemide | 97 | 39 |
| Torsemide | 94 | 32 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 82 | 29 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,260 across 112 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
- 2005-06-02
- Last updated
- 2007-08-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alexander Afanasyev's NPI number?
- Alexander Afanasyev's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972505030, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alexander Afanasyev's specialty?
- Alexander Afanasyev is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alexander Afanasyev located?
- Alexander Afanasyev's practice location on file with NPPES is 6400 Dutchmans Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40205-3340.
- What is Alexander Afanasyev's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alexander Afanasyev is (502) 587-9660.
- Does Alexander Afanasyev accept Medicare?
- Alexander Afanasyev is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alexander Afanasyev's NPI active?
- Yes — Alexander Afanasyev's NPI (1972505030) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-08-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.