Nizar Chafic Charafeddine, MD
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Patients across TX can see Nizar Chafic Charafeddine, MD in person in Pearland or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been in practice for 37+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 96.25/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 93% of MIPS-scored doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Recent · 86dNPPES updated 2026-02-09 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2813 Smith Ranch Road, Pearland, TX 77584
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 93% of doctors in Texas on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202396.25/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.7 pts)
Top 7% of MIPS-scored doctors in TexasHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better76.4%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
318
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
244
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
831
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $575k
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$97 received from industry
5 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Nizar Chafic Charafeddine's NPI.
Patient Reviews
No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Nizar Chafic Charafeddine, your feedback helps other patients.
Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →
Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Feb 8, 2026
CMS-verified certification date
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Mailing address
Po Box 272486, Houston, TX 77277-2486
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 030006
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Nizar Chafic Charafeddine
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Nizar Chafic Charafeddine for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Pearland 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 Nizar Chafic Charafeddine
Dr. Charafeddine is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Pearland, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (713) 436-8166.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
Is this your profile?
Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.
Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.
Contact Nizar Chafic Charafeddine
Practice Location
2813 Smith Ranch Road, Pearland, TX 77584
Mailing Address
Po Box 272486, Houston, TX 77277-2486
This is a provider directory. Contact the office directly to schedule appointments.
Related Providers