Umar Farooq, M.D
NPI 1972796621 · Nephrology Physician · Hershey, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Umar Farooq, M.D is a Nephrology Physician provider in Hershey, PA (NPI 1972796621).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972796621
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD437389 (PA)
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
325 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 | 70 | $75 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 55 | $335 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 45 | $67 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 43 | $278 |
| Dialysis Procedure Including 1 Evaluation90945 | 33 | $81 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 33 | $66 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 77 | 26 |
| Losartan Potassium | 56 | 19 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 47 | 15 |
| Furosemide | 41 | 12 |
| Potassium Chloride | 36 | — |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 30 | 13 |
| Allopurinol | 27 | — |
| Carvedilol | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$134 across 2 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
- 2007-08-24
- Last updated
- 2012-01-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Umar Farooq's NPI number?
- Umar Farooq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972796621, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Umar Farooq's specialty?
- Umar Farooq is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Umar Farooq located?
- Umar Farooq's practice location on file with NPPES is 500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033-2360.
- What is Umar Farooq's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Umar Farooq is (800) 243-1455.
- Does Umar Farooq accept Medicare?
- Umar Farooq is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Umar Farooq's NPI active?
- Yes — Umar Farooq's NPI (1972796621) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-01-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.