Gohar Azhar, M.D.

Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Gohar Azhar is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Little Rock, AR with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(501) 526-5821Little Rock, AR
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Gohar Azhar, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 40+ years, working in group practice. With 40+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Little Rock area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and Alzheimer's/dementia.

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 54% of reporting doctors in Arkansas
  • Uses generic medications more than 79% of reporting doctors in Arkansas
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 8 Internal Medicine providers in ARSee all Internal Medicine in Little Rock40+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 6106dNPPES updated 2009-09-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arkansas State Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

4301 W Markham St Reynolds Center on Aging #748, Little Rock, AR 72205-7101

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

0.69%

Arkansas avg: 5.4 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.4 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Arkansas

0.69% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

93.2%

Arkansas avg: 85.7 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.4 pts)

Better than 79% of reporting doctors in Arkansas

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

348

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

519

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

3,783

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $147k

Percentile rankings compared against 124 reporting peers in Arkansas.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Alzheimer's / Dementia.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Alzheimer's / Dementia
53%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+1%)50%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
48%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+14%)46%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+9%)43%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-2%)30%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. 40 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineGeriatric Medicine in Little RockAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.

Taxonomy: 207RG0300X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

4301 W Markham St # 783, Little Rock, AR 72205-7101

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric

CMS Certification Number: 144026

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Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Gohar Azhar

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Gohar Azhar for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, cognitive care — no travel to Little Rock 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 Gohar Azhar

Dr. Azhar is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Little Rock, AR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (501) 526-5821.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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