Raashid Ashraf, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
Raashid Ashraf is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Birmingham, AL with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Raashid Ashraf, MD practices as part of a group cardiologist practice in Birmingham, AL. With 40+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Birmingham area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 81.03/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 26% of reporting doctors in Alabama
- Federal MIPS score higher than 43% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alabama
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
3980 Colonnade Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35243-2382
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Alabama, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202381.03/100
Alabama avg: 81.9 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.6 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in AlabamaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83.6%
Alabama avg: 84.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,247
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
898
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,995
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.19M
Percentile rankings compared against 268 reporting peers in Alabama.
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.
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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — 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 (+7%) — 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
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$228 received from industry
7 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 Raashid Ashraf's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Feb 3, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Mailing address
Po Box 11407, Department 8007, Birmingham, AL 35246-8007
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 030055
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Raashid Ashraf
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Raashid Ashraf for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Birmingham 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 Raashid Ashraf
Dr. Ashraf is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Birmingham, AL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (205) 510-5000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Raashid Ashraf
Practice Location
3980 Colonnade Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35243-2382
Mailing Address
Po Box 11407, Department 8007, Birmingham, AL 35246-8007
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