Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ziad Ashkar, M.D.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Lafayette, LA
- NPI 1356350946
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1460 S. College
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 703-6431
fax (337) 703-6432 - Additional location
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2804 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy
Lafayette, LA 705065906
(337) 981-5156
fax (337) 981-0673
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 18, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #11154R
- Medicaid
- LA #1665410
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1356350946. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
657
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$65,442
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 193 | 130 | $63 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 165 | 39 | $77 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 52 | 44 | $94 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 48 | 48 | $80 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 45 | 38 | $126 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 35 | 16 | $69 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 30 | 13 | $335 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 28 | 28 | $127 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 24 | 13 | $281 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 24 | 13 | $115 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 159. This provider delivers 4.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$17,640
Transactions
28
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilly USA, LLC | 6 | $8,880.00 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 12 | $8,551.97 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 5 | $96.35 | |
| Fresenius USA Marketing, Inc. | 3 | $74.44 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc. | 1 | $23.97 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $13.35 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
668
Patients
170
Total drug cost
$70,955
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | Generic | 113 | 35 | $1,495 |
| Torsemide | Generic | 92 | 23 | $1,479 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 71 | 22 | $995 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 48 | 21 | $317 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 45 | 15 | $398 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 45 | 16 | $206 |
| Clonidine Hcl | Generic | 41 | 12 | $402 |
| Nifedipine Er (Nifedipine) | Brand | 40 | 15 | $1,785 |
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 34 | 0 | $27,006 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | Generic | 32 | 0 | $790 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ziad Ashkar's medical specialty?
Dr. Ziad Ashkar practices Nephrology Physician in Lafayette, LA.
Where does Dr. Ziad Ashkar practice?
Dr. Ziad Ashkar practices at 1460 S. College, Lafayette, LA 70503. Office phone: 3377036431.
What is Dr. Ziad Ashkar's NPI?
Dr. Ziad Ashkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356350946, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ziad Ashkar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ziad Ashkar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ziad Ashkar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.