Zafarullah Muhammad, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Zafarullah Muhammad is an Internal Medicine specialist based in West Bloomfield, MI with over 47 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(248) 661-6450West Bloomfield, MI
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

With over 47 years in internal medicine, Zafarullah Muhammad, M.D. is a long-established internist in West Bloomfield. With 47+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the West Bloomfield area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 53% of reporting doctors in Michigan
  • Uses generic medications more than 78% of reporting doctors in Michigan
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 920 Internal Medicine providers in MISee all Internal Medicine in West Bloomfield47+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 6895dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

Henry Ford Health System 6777 West Maple Road, West Bloomfield, MI 48323

Fax: (248) 661-6649
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

0.98%

Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.1 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Michigan

0.98% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

91.5%

Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.7 pts)

Better than 78% of reporting doctors in Michigan

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

198

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

478

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

4,573

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $284k

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.

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 Arthritis.

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-2%)68%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-7%)63%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-17%)32%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-4%)30%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-10%)22%

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

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-9%)21%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Atrial Fibrillation
Lower than avg (-2%)20%

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

US avg: 22%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Community Context

Social Vulnerability Index: 0.90 / 1.00

High vulnerability

He 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.

Career Journey
  1. 47 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Zafarullah Muhammad

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Zafarullah Muhammad for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to West Bloomfield 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 Zafarullah Muhammad

NPI records show Dr. Muhammad as active with telehealth listed in West Bloomfield, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (248) 661-6450.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.

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