Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Malaz Safi, M.D.

Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Saint Louis, MO

  • NPI 1447446489
  • 53 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Solo practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
8790 Watson RD, Suite. 203
Saint Louis, MO 631195140
(314) 543-2850
fax (314) 543-2851
Mailing address
Po Box 31817
Saint Louis, MO 631310817

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
September 2007 — 19 yrs on file
Profile last updated
March 21, 2014
Year of graduation
1973 — 53 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207W00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Missouri #R9B71
Medicaid
MO #201857232

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1447446489. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
209
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$21,305
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
92012 Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 112 67 $87
92014 Established patient complete exam of visual system 46 43 $121
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 20 20 $89
92004 New patient complete exam of visual system 19 19 $144
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 12 12 $126

In context: peer comparison

Among 24 peers in Saint Louis Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 1,413. This provider delivers 0.1× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
1,037
Patients
248
Total drug cost
$18,071
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Latanoprost Generic 305 71 $5,664
Brimonidine Tartrate Generic 245 56 $2,993
Timolol Maleate Generic 192 44 $2,385
Dorzolamide Hcl Generic 121 19 $2,995
Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) Brand 74 34 $1,115
Azelastine Hcl Generic 35 11 $1,513
Prednisolone Acetate Generic 30 13 $869
Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) Brand 18 0 $329
Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) Brand 17 0 $207

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Malaz Safi's medical specialty?
Dr. Malaz Safi practices Ophthalmology Physician in Saint Louis, MO.
Where does Dr. Malaz Safi practice?
Dr. Malaz Safi practices at 8790 Watson RD, Saint Louis, MO 631195140. Office phone: 3145432850.
What is Dr. Malaz Safi's NPI?
Dr. Malaz Safi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447446489, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Malaz Safi accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Malaz Safi does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Malaz Safi commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.