Zaahir Turfe
Zaahir Turfe is an Otolaryngology specialist based in Detroit, MI with over 11 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Zaahir Turfe has practiced otolaryngology for 11+ years, working in independent practice. A Michigan State University College of Human Medicine graduate since 2015, he brings 11+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 37% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 781dNPPES updated 2024-04-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2799 W Grand Blvd Henry Ford Hospital Graduate Medical Education, Cfp-046, Detroit, MI 48202-2608
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.61%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.5 pts)
2.61% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
220
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
202
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
421
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $14k
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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.
Graduated medical school · 2015
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Board certified · Apr 2, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
11 years in practice
Established
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Taxonomy: 207Y00000X
Education & Training
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine (Class of 2015)
Mailing address
2799 W Grand Blvd # K-8, Detroit, MI 48202-2608
Differs from practice location
Virtual Otolaryngology Care With Zaahir Turfe
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Zaahir Turfe for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Detroit 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 Zaahir Turfe
NPI records show Dr. Turfe as active with telehealth listed in Detroit, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (313) 916-1601.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Zaahir Turfe
Practice Location
2799 W Grand Blvd Henry Ford Hospital Graduate Medical Education, Cfp-046, Detroit, MI 48202-2608
Mailing Address
2799 W Grand Blvd # K-8, Detroit, MI 48202-2608
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