2026 NPPES data Nephrology Physician NPI 1699199067 M.D.
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AZAM MUGHNI, M.D.

Nephrology Physician in JERSEY CITY, New Jersey. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
2K
Medicare Part D claims · 138 beneficiaries · Nephrology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
79%
generic claims · 21% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. filed 1,831 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Nephrology Physician in JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, prescribing 79% generic.

2K
Part D claims, 2023
79%
generic prescribing
Likely
board-certified (heuristic)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

AZAM MUGHNI, M.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

1,831 Top 17% higher than 83% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Below this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Below this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Below this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Below this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Below this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Below this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Below this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). This entry sits in this band. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about AZAM MUGHNI, M.D.?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 02/05/2014

NPI 1699199067

Primary specialty

Nephrology Physician

Mid-sized

10,534 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,831 26% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,454

Specialty distribution in New Jersey

How Nephrology Physician compares to other specialties among New Jersey providers

New Jersey providers

Nephrology Physician share within New Jersey

1. Nephrology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Nephrology Physician share within New Jersey

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Nephrology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Nephrology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Nephrology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Nephrology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider practicing in JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1699199067. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Nephrology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 176 PALISADE AVE, JERSEY CITY, NJ, 07306, with a listed phone of (201) 795-8201. NPI 1699199067 was issued on 02/05/2014. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what MUGHNI most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 1,831 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 138 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $491K in drug spend, split 21% brand-name and 79% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.5%. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Nephrology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 10,534 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,454 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

176 PALISADE AVE
JERSEY CITY, NJ 07306

Provider Details

NPI 1699199067
Specialty Nephrology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 02/05/2014

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

NEW JERSEY MEDICAL AND HEALTH ASSOCIATES,LLC
JERSEY CITY, NJ

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. — brand share 21.0%
Specialty average (est.)

21% brand-name claims vs 79% generic, on 1,831 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

1,831
Total Claims
$491K
Total Drug Cost
138
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
2,649
Total Day Supply
77,275
Brand vs Generic
21% brand / 79% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$399K
Generic Drug Cost
$91K
Opioid Claims
46 (2.5% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
19

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
3.50
Gender Split
43% female / 57% male
Age Distribution
<65: 27, 65-74: 41, 75-84: 54, 85+: 16

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Losartan Potassium
85
Amlodipine Besylate
83
Sevelamer Carbonate
74
Calcitriol
66
Kerendia
Finerenone
64
Clonidine Hcl
63
Torsemide
51
Hydralazine Hcl
50
Carvedilol
48
Farxiga
Dapagliflozin Propanediol
47

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Nephrology Physician Overview

How AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. fits within the Nephrology Physician landscape nationally.

10,534
Nephrology Physician Providers in US
55
States with Nephrology Physician
1,454
Avg Claims per Provider

AZAM MUGHNI, M.D.'s 1,831 claims are above the specialty average of 1,454.

Nearby Nephrology Physician Providers in New Jersey

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in New Jersey, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as MUGHNI.

Compare Nephrology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is AZAM MUGHNI, M.D.'s specialty?
AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. specializes in Nephrology Physician and practices in JERSEY CITY, New Jersey. Credentials: M.D..
How much does AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. wrote 1,831 Medicare Part D claims totaling $491K in drug costs for 138 beneficiaries.
Where is AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. located?
AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. is located at 176 PALISADE AVE, JERSEY CITY, NJ, 07306. Phone: (201) 795-8201.
What is AZAM MUGHNI, M.D.'s NPI number?
AZAM MUGHNI, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699199067, issued on 02/05/2014.
Does AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
AZAM MUGHNI, M.D.'s prescribing is 21% brand-name and 79% generic drugs by claim count, with $399K in brand drug costs.
Does AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. prescribe opioids?
Yes, AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. had 46 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 2.5%.
How many Nephrology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 10,534 Nephrology Physician providers across 55 states in the US. The average Nephrology Physician provider writes 1,454 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, AZAM MUGHNI, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Losartan Potassium, Amlodipine Besylate, Sevelamer Carbonate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. accept Medicare?
AZAM MUGHNI, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,831 Part D claims and 138 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify AZAM MUGHNI, M.D.'s credentials?
AZAM MUGHNI, M.D.'s NPI is 1699199067 with credentials M.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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