Sara Sarwar Riaz, M.D
Sara Sarwar Riaz is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Troy, MI with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Sara Sarwar Riaz, M.D runs an independent hematology & oncology specialist practice in Troy, MI. She has been practicing since 2008 — over 21 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 80.99/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 25% of MIPS-scored doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1404dNPPES updated 2022-07-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202380.99/100
Michigan avg: 85.2 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better9.88%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+4.8 pts)
9.88% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better69%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-13.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
449
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
113
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
577
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.71M
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 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%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (+20%) — 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 (+17%) — 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 (+10%) — 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 (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$401 received from industry
14 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 Sara Sarwar Riaz's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.32 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityShe 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 · Jul 19, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
21 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Mailing address
26901 Beaumont Blvd Ste 3d, Southfield, MI 48033-3849
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Sara Sarwar Riaz
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sara Sarwar Riaz for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Troy 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 Sara Sarwar Riaz
Dr. Riaz is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Troy, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (248) 964-6111.
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 Sara Sarwar Riaz
Practice Location
44199 Dequindre Rd # G-10, Troy, MI 48085-1128
Mailing Address
26901 Beaumont Blvd Ste 3d, Southfield, MI 48033-3849
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