Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Berchman Vaz, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Tucson, AZ
- NPI 1265468219
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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535 N Wilmot RD, #101
Tucson, AZ 857112600
(520) 874-7400
fax (520) 874-3425 - Mailing address
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2701 E Elvira RD
Tucson, AZ 857067124
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 11, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arizona #24870
- Medicaid
- AZ #777948
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1265468219. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
87,150
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,480,067
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0717 |
Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 34,400 | 22 | $5 | |
J3262 |
Injection, tocilizumab, 1 mg | 24,120 | 14 | $6 | |
J0129 |
Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 12,775 | 39 | $42 | |
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 8,280 | 124 | $23 | |
J1745 |
Injection, infliximab, excludes biosimilar, 10 mg | 3,230 | 26 | $33 | |
J9312 |
Injection, rituximab, 10 mg | 2,200 | 13 | $76 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 682 | 272 | $125 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 378 | 104 | $125 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 291 | 47 | $1 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 189 | 158 | $14 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Tucson Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 2,253. This provider delivers 39× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$263
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $121.83 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 1 | $55.56 | |
| Radius Health, INC. | 2 | $45.30 | |
| Amgen INC. | 2 | $32.86 | |
| Organon LLC | 1 | $7.38 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,620
Patients
540
Total drug cost
$672,208
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 695 | 157 | $20,980 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 480 | 100 | $3,066 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 445 | 94 | $19,452 |
| Folic Acid | Generic | 148 | 39 | $1,160 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 136 | 20 | $892 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 126 | 31 | $9,435 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 121 | 22 | $2,420 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 89 | 21 | $1,512 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 75 | 20 | $6,313 |
| Enbrel Sureclick (Etanercept) | Brand | 74 | 11 | $602,776 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Berchman Vaz's medical specialty?
Dr. Berchman Vaz practices Rheumatology Physician in Tucson, AZ.
Where does Dr. Berchman Vaz practice?
Dr. Berchman Vaz practices at 535 N Wilmot RD, Tucson, AZ 857112600. Office phone: 5208747400.
What is Dr. Berchman Vaz's NPI?
Dr. Berchman Vaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265468219, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Berchman Vaz accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Berchman Vaz accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Berchman Vaz commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0717); Injection, tocilizumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J3262); Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0129). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.