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Active NPI 1891136487 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Dr. Sam Afshar , DO

Anesthesiology • Tucson, AZ

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. Sam Afshar, DO is a certified Anesthesiology practicing in Tucson, AZ. With approximately 13 years of clinical experience since graduating from Arizona College Of Osteopathic Medicine Mid Western University in 2013, Dr. Afshar delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 1501 N CAMPBELL AVE.

Dr. Afshar is affiliated with Valley Anesthesiology Consultants Inc and accepts Medicare assignment.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include anesthesia for procedure on large bowel using an endoscope, anesthesia for procedure on esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using an endoscope, ultrasonic guidance imaging supervision and interpretation for insertion of needle. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

1501 N Campbell Ave
University Of Arizona

Tucson, AZ 857240001

Telephone 5206262761
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

Arizona College Of Osteopathic Medicine Mid Western University

Graduation Year

2013

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Anesthesiology in Tucson, AZ

Established Specialist (10-20 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
13 Yrs -8.5 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 21.5 Yrs
State Avg: 25.2 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
307 Specialists

Practicing in Tucson, AZ (1513 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
0.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
92.5% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Afshar (13 Years) 13 Yrs
Tucson Specialty Average (21.5 Years) 21.5 Yrs

Performed Procedures & Service Volume

Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner

CMS Official Data (2019)
Reporting Year:
HCPCS Code & Description Services Patients Submitted Charge Medicare Allowed
00811 Anesthesia for procedure on large bowel using an endoscope
31 31 $1718.90 $137.98
00731 Anesthesia for procedure on esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using an endoscope
30 30 $1817.70 $145.90
76942 Ultrasonic guidance imaging supervision and interpretation for insertion of needle
18 18 $497.00 $31.88
00812 Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope
17 16 $1684.41 $111.10

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

Anesthesiology Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207L00000X

State License AZ 006956

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

Internal Medicine

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207R00000X

State License AZ R2279

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Valley Anesthesiology Consultants Inc

3535 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 852515625

Phone: 4808824365

Valley Anesthesiology Consultants Inc

9003 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 852606709

Phone: 4803233000

Valley Anesthesiology Consultants Inc

250 E Dunlap Ave, Phoenix, AZ 850202825

Phone: 6029432381

Valley Anesthesiology Consultants Inc

1500 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 852024722

Phone: 4804123577

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax

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Career & Practice History Timeline

Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes

10 Historical Events
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Updated Practice Location January 18, 2022

Registered at 1501 N CAMPBELL AVE, UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA, TUCSON, AZ 857240001 (Tel: 5206262761)

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Updated Business Mailing Address January 18, 2022

Registered at UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA, 1501 N.CAMPBELL AVE, TUCSON, AZ 857245040

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) January 18, 2022

Internal Medicine (License #R2279 in AZ)

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) September 24, 2018

Anesthesiology (License #006956 in AZ)

NPI Profile Active July 11, 2013

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

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Updated Practice Location July 11, 2013

Registered at UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA, 1501 N.CAMPBELL AVE., TUCSON, AZ 857245040 (Tel: 5206262761)

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Updated Business Mailing Address July 11, 2013

Registered at UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA, 1501 N.CAMPBELL AVE. P O BOX 245040, TUCSON, AZ 857245040

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Provider Name / Credentials Updated July 11, 2013

Recorded as SAM AFSHAR, D.O

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Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) July 11, 2013

Internal Medicine (License #R2279 in AZ)

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Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration July 11, 2013

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

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NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1891136487
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: July 11, 2013
Last Update: January 18, 2022
Sole Proprietor: No

Mailing Address

University Of Arizona, 1501 N.campbell Ave

Tucson, AZ 857245040

Public Domain Record This profile contains public domain information published by CMS and NPPES under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
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