2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1841297082 M.D.
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FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D.

Specialist in ZEBULON, North Carolina. 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
14K
Medicare Part D claims · 368 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
80%
generic claims · 20% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. is a Specialist ([object Object]) practicing in ZEBULON, North Carolina with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 14K claims across 368 beneficiaries — 20% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. filed 13,652 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across ZEBULON, North Carolina. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/01/2005

NPI 1841297082

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

13,652 826% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

Specialty distribution in North Carolina

How Specialist compares to other specialties among North Carolina providers

North Carolina providers

Specialist share within North Carolina

1. Specialist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Specialist share within North Carolina

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — 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.

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FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. is a Specialist provider practicing in ZEBULON, North Carolina, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1841297082. 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.

FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding M.D. credentials at 2615 WINTER STORM RD, ZEBULON, NC, 27597, with a listed phone of (919) 269-0759. NPI 1841297082 was issued on 07/01/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what ASHRAF 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 13,652 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 368 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $973K in drug spend, split 20% brand-name and 80% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 4.1%. 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.

Specialist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 69,658 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,474 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

2615 WINTER STORM RD
ZEBULON, NC 27597

Provider Details

NPI 1841297082
Specialty Specialist
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/01/2005

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. — brand share 20.0%
Specialty average (est.)

20% brand-name claims vs 80% generic, on 13,652 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.

13,652
Total Claims
$973K
Total Drug Cost
368
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
13,700
Total Day Supply
309,166
Brand vs Generic
20% brand / 80% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$667K
Generic Drug Cost
$305K
Opioid Claims
556 (4.1% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
595

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
79.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.72
Gender Split
68% female / 32% male
Age Distribution
<65: 24, 65-74: 77, 75-84: 137, 85+: 130

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Atorvastatin Calcium
698
Eliquis
Apixaban
554
Amlodipine Besylate
431
Levothyroxine Sodium
416
Gabapentin
376
Potassium Chloride
313
Furosemide
264
Levemir Flexpen
Insulin Detemir
264
Carvedilol
247
Metoprolol Tartrate
241

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

Specialist Overview

How FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

69,658
Specialist Providers in US
55
States with Specialist
1,474
Avg Claims per Provider

FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D.'s 13,652 claims are above the specialty average of 1,474.

Nearby Specialist Providers in North Carolina

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in North Carolina, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as ASHRAF.

Compare Specialist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D.'s specialty?
FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. specializes in Specialist and practices in ZEBULON, North Carolina. Credentials: M.D..
How much does FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. wrote 13,652 Medicare Part D claims totaling $973K in drug costs for 368 beneficiaries.
Where is FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. located?
FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. is located at 2615 WINTER STORM RD, ZEBULON, NC, 27597. Phone: (919) 269-0759.
What is FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D.'s NPI number?
FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841297082, issued on 07/01/2005.
Does FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D.'s prescribing is 20% brand-name and 80% generic drugs by claim count, with $667K in brand drug costs.
Does FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. prescribe opioids?
Yes, FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. had 556 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 4.1%.
How many Specialist providers are there in the US?
There are 69,658 Specialist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Specialist provider writes 1,474 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Atorvastatin Calcium, Eliquis, Amlodipine Besylate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. accept Medicare?
FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 13,652 Part D claims and 368 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D.'s credentials?
FARASAT ASHRAF, M.D.'s NPI is 1841297082 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.

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

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