Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Fariba Zarinetchi, M.D.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Corpus Christi, TX
- NPI 1518960491
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1521 S Staples St, Ste 601
Corpus Christi, TX 784043154
(361) 887-8451
fax (361) 887-6126
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 23, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #K1738
- Medicaid
- TX #044242801
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518960491. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,376
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$167,346
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 403 | 127 | $75 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 188 | 135 | $68 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 160 | 115 | $338 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 137 | 91 | $89 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 112 | 53 | $112 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 86 | 44 | $69 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 81 | 66 | $125 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 59 | 56 | $165 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 46 | 38 | $281 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 34 | 24 | $48 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 367. This provider delivers 3.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$351
Transactions
21
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| CALLIDITAS THERAPEUTICS US INC. | 10 | $136.21 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 4 | $90.94 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 2 | $39.68 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, Inc. | 2 | $35.97 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $17.61 | |
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 1 | $15.27 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 1 | $15.15 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,468
Patients
329
Total drug cost
$278,413
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farxiga (Dapagliflozin Propanediol) | Brand | 287 | 49 | $224,211 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 228 | 62 | $1,247 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 147 | 40 | $1,697 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 116 | 31 | $744 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 107 | 37 | $1,091 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 80 | 25 | $487 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 71 | 12 | $353 |
| Calcium Acetate | Generic | 64 | 19 | $4,682 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 64 | 11 | $327 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 61 | 12 | $270 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Fariba Zarinetchi's medical specialty?
Dr. Fariba Zarinetchi practices Nephrology Physician in Corpus Christi, TX.
Where does Dr. Fariba Zarinetchi practice?
Dr. Fariba Zarinetchi practices at 1521 S Staples St, Corpus Christi, TX 784043154. Office phone: 3618878451.
What is Dr. Fariba Zarinetchi's NPI?
Dr. Fariba Zarinetchi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518960491, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Fariba Zarinetchi accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Fariba Zarinetchi accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Fariba Zarinetchi commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.