Asif Alavi, M.D.
Asif Alavi is a Hematology Internal Medicine specialist based in Detroit, MI with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Asif Alavi, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 19+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of Michigan Medical School (class of 2007), he has been practicing for over 19 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4100 John R Karmanos Cancer Center, Detroit, MI 48201-2013
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better30.77%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+25.7 pts)
30.77% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
79
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
58
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
338
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $355k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.64 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2007
University of Michigan Medical School
Board certified · Sep 28, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
19 years in practice
Experienced
Hematologists specialize in blood disorders including anemia, clotting disorders, hemophilia, sickle cell disease, lymphoma, leukemia, and other blood cancers. They manage anticoagulation therapy and blood transfusions.
Taxonomy: 207RH0000X
Education & Training
University of Michigan Medical School (Class of 2007)
Mailing address
1560 E Maple Rd Suite 400-Credentialing Department, Troy, MI 48083-1138
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Asif Alavi
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Asif Alavi for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Detroit required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Asif Alavi
NPI records show Dr. Alavi as active with telehealth listed in Detroit, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (800) 527-6266.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Asif Alavi
Practice Location
4100 John R Karmanos Cancer Center, Detroit, MI 48201-2013
Mailing Address
1560 E Maple Rd Suite 400-Credentialing Department, Troy, MI 48083-1138
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