Farhood Farjah, MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
Farhood Farjah is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) specialist based in Seattle, WA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GENERAL SURGERY
With over 24 years in thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery), Farhood Farjah, MD is a long-established thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) specialist in Seattle. He graduated from Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 2002 and has 24+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and cancer (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 93.09/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5032dNPPES updated 2012-08-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Washington.
MIPS Score
202393.09/100
Washington avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in WashingtonHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
91
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePercentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Cancer.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+34%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine
24 years in practice
Experienced
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Taxonomy: 208G00000X
Education & Training
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
Po Box 50095, Seattle, WA 98145-5095
Differs from practice location
Virtual Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Care With Farhood Farjah
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Farhood Farjah for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations — no travel to Seattle 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 Farhood Farjah
Dr. Farjah is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Seattle, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (206) 598-4477.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Farhood Farjah
Practice Location
1959 Ne Pacific St, Seattle, WA 98195-6340
Mailing Address
Po Box 50095, Seattle, WA 98145-5095
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