Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Zunera Tahir, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1316289648
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 73.6 / 100 · 2023
- 13 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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10243 Genetic Center Dr
San Diego, CA 921216310
(858) 526-6145 - Mailing address
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9500 Gilman Dr
La Jolla, CA 920935004
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 19, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A132167
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1316289648. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
613
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$36,919
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 262 | 104 | $97 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 256 | 36 | $1 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 39 | 25 | $76 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 25 | 16 | $138 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 20 | 20 | $178 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 11 | 11 | $121 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in San Diego Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 1,710. This provider delivers 0.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$284
Transactions
16
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 12 | $180.53 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 3 | $90.30 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $13.21 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,112
Patients
343
Total drug cost
$230,245
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 187 | 64 | $12,174 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 185 | 54 | $17,432 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 170 | 61 | $1,112 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 100 | 32 | $10,272 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 95 | 26 | $1,504 |
| Folic Acid | Generic | 71 | 20 | $366 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 66 | 23 | $698 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 34 | 11 | $1,307 |
| Methotrexate Sodium (Methotrexate Sodium/Pf) | Brand | 33 | 0 | $286 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 32 | 12 | $984 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Zunera Tahir's medical specialty?
Dr. Zunera Tahir practices Rheumatology Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Zunera Tahir practice?
Dr. Zunera Tahir practices at 10243 Genetic Center Dr, San Diego, CA 921216310. Office phone: 8585266145.
What is Dr. Zunera Tahir's NPI?
Dr. Zunera Tahir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316289648, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Zunera Tahir accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Zunera Tahir accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Zunera Tahir commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.