Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Riad Azar, MD
Gastroenterology Physician · Internal Medicine Physician · Saint Louis, MO
- NPI 1952358970
- 20 yrs on file
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, Div Im Gastroenterology
Saint Louis, MO 631101003
(314) 747-2066
fax (314) 747-1277 - Mailing address
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Po Box 7412011
Chicago, IL 606742011
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 15, 2025
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Missouri #2002018239
- Medicaid
- MO #205910706
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1952358970. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
134
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$17,750
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 68 | 68 | $126 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 22 | 22 | $107 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 17 | 15 | $78 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 16 | 16 | $172 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 11 | 11 | $249 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 42 peers in this city , average services per provider: 60. This provider delivers 2.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$556
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 3 | $269.53 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 2 | $264.26 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $22.41 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
12
Patients
11
Total drug cost
$206
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 12 | 11 | $206 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Riad Azar's medical specialty?
Dr. Riad Azar practices Gastroenterology Physician in Saint Louis, MO.
Where does Dr. Riad Azar practice?
Dr. Riad Azar practices at 1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, Saint Louis, MO 631101003. Office phone: 3147472066.
What is Dr. Riad Azar's NPI?
Dr. Riad Azar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952358970, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Riad Azar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43235); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.