Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Atefeh Vafa
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Tampa, FL
- NPI 1316390321
- Accepts Medicare
- 14 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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13019 W Linebaugh Ave Ste 101
Tampa, FL 336264507
(813) 344-5501
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 14, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #ME150644
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1316390321. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
12,908
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$285,039
| 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) | 7,200 | 11 | $4 | |
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) | 4,650 | 24 | $42 | |
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 720 | 12 | $23 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 118 | 71 | $123 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 92 | 39 | $123 | |
96401 |
Administration of non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy under skin or into muscle | 63 | 27 | $67 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 42 | 42 | $164 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 12 | 11 | $166 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 11 | 11 | $82 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 9 peers in Tampa Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 1,518. This provider delivers 8.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$931
Transactions
59
Manufacturers
14
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen INC. | 20 | $281.11 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 14 | $164.20 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 8 | $142.94 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 4 | $83.25 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 2 | $39.38 | |
| Sobi, INC | 2 | $39.25 | |
| Radius Health, INC. | 2 | $38.90 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., INC. | 1 | $24.31 | |
| Sandoz INC. | 1 | $23.01 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $22.76 | |
| Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC | 1 | $22.50 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $17.79 | |
| United Therapeutics Corporation | 1 | $16.43 | |
| Fidia Pharma USA INC. | 1 | $15.13 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
790
Patients
329
Total drug cost
$348,741
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 210 | 109 | $18,560 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 158 | 81 | $1,138 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 107 | 49 | $4,285 |
| Folic Acid | Generic | 42 | 23 | $241 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 42 | 20 | $3,900 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 37 | 15 | $255 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 32 | 0 | $266,652 |
| Prolia (Denosumab) | Brand | 29 | 19 | $47,471 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 23 | 13 | $219 |
| Colchicine | Generic | 22 | 0 | $2,872 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Atefeh Vafa's medical specialty?
Dr. Atefeh Vafa practices Rheumatology Physician in Tampa, FL.
Where does Dr. Atefeh Vafa practice?
Dr. Atefeh Vafa practices at 13019 W Linebaugh Ave Ste 101, Tampa, FL 336264507. Office phone: 8133445501.
What is Dr. Atefeh Vafa's NPI?
Dr. Atefeh Vafa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316390321, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Atefeh Vafa accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Atefeh Vafa accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Atefeh Vafa 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, 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); Injection, denosumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J0897). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.