Sam Afshar, MD

Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Sam Afshar is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Round Rock, TX with over 20 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(903) 934-5490Round Rock, TX
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Sam Afshar, MD practices as part of a group cardiologist practice in Round Rock, TX. He graduated from University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio in 2006 and has 20+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 37% of reporting doctors in Texas
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 363 Internal Medicine providers in TXSee all Internal Medicine in Round Rock20+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 1292dNPPES updated 2022-11-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2410 Round Rock Ave Ste 110, Round Rock, TX 78681-4019

Fax: (903) 934-5493
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.

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

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+29%)61%

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

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-3%)46%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+20%)42%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+5%)39%

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

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+17%)39%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
34%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

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. Graduated medical school · 2006

    University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio

  2. Board certified · Nov 7, 2022

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 20 years in practice

    Experienced

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

Education & Training

University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio (Class of 2006)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 4207, Longview, TX 75606-4207

Differs from practice location

Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Sam Afshar

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Sam Afshar for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Round Rock required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sam Afshar

Dr. Afshar is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Round Rock, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (903) 934-5490.

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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