Qasim Kadhim Alkhafaf, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Qasim Kadhim Alkhafaf is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Southfield, MI with over 7 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Qasim Kadhim Alkhafaf, MD has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 7+ years, working in group practice. With 7+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Southfield area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have mood disorders, schizophrenia, and hypertension. CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 80% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Federal MIPS score higher than 63% of MIPS-scored doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 858dNPPES updated 2024-01-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Michigan, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
Michigan avg: 85.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in MichiganHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.2 pts)
Better than 80% of reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
24
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
81
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
498
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $178k
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 Mood Disorders, Schizophrenia, and Hypertension.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$552 received from industry
31 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Qasim Kadhim Alkhafaf's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.13 / 1.00
Low 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.
Board certified · Jan 15, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
7 years in practice
Established
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Qasim Kadhim Alkhafaf
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Qasim Kadhim Alkhafaf for mood disorder follow-ups, follow-up consultations, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Southfield 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 Qasim Kadhim Alkhafaf
NPI records show Dr. Alkhafaf as active with telehealth listed in Southfield, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (248) 372-6800.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Qasim Kadhim Alkhafaf
Practice Location
22170 W 9 Mile Rd, Southfield, MI 48033-6007
Mailing Address
22170 W 9 Mile Rd, Southfield, MI 48033-6007
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