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About Dr. Shahzad Safdar
Background and practice information
Dr. Shahzad Safdar is a nephrologist with over 43 years of clinical experience serving patients in the Cincinnati, OH area. He completed his medical training at Other and has been in practice since 1983. He currently practices at Mt. Auburn Nephrology Inc..
Dr. Shahzad Safdar's clinical practice focuses on treating patients with high blood pressure, heart failure and fluid retention, high blood pressure and chest pain, and related conditions.
Dr. Shahzad Safdar is in-network with 7 insurance providers, including Aetna, Cigna, Humana, and 4 more. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with his office before scheduling an appointment.
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Mt. Auburn Nephrology Inc.
Primary8260 Pine Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45236
(513) 841-0222
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Treatment & Experience
Clinical practice and procedure experience for Dr. Shahzad Safdar
Services & Procedures
Dr. Shahzad Safdar's clinical practice encompasses office visits, hospital care, dialysis. Based on Medicare utilization data, Dr. Shahzad Safdar has provided a substantial volume of services, reflecting an active and established practice in nephrology.
Office Visits
438 servicesDr. Shahzad Safdar provides patient consultations ranging from routine follow-ups to comprehensive evaluations, including phone consultation and new patient visit and follow-up visit.
Hospital Care
1,032 servicesDr. Shahzad Safdar manages inpatient hospital care including admissions, daily rounds, critical care, and discharge coordination, including daily hospital rounds and hospital admission. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 43% below the billed amount.
Dialysis
148 servicesDr. Shahzad Safdar manages dialysis treatment for kidney disease, including hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation and dialysis procedure including 1 evaluation. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 62% below the billed amount.
Treatment Approach
Dr. Shahzad Safdar's treatment approach includes prescribing Chlorthalidone, Losartan Potassium, Spironolactone for his patients. These medications are commonly used for treating high blood pressure, heart failure and fluid retention, high blood pressure and chest pain. He prescribing profile reflects experience across a wide range of treatments, addressing multiple aspects of patient care within his specialty. Dr. Shahzad Safdar has treated a significant number of Medicare patients, demonstrating an established practice in this area.
Source: CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, 2023.
Insurance Networks
Accepted insurance plans and networks
Dr. Shahzad Safdar accepts 43 plans from 7 insurers, including Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna.
Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.
Financial Transparency
Industry payment disclosures
Pharmaceutical and medical device companies disclosed $732 in payments to Dr. Shahzad Safdar in 2024, primarily from Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. for food and beverage. These disclosures are required by federal law under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act.
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Source: CMS Open Payments, 2024.
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About Nephrology
Specialty overview and common conditions
A nephrologist is a physician who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing diseases of the kidneys. These medical experts have extensive training in conditions affecting kidney function, including chronic kidney disease (CKD), acute kidney injury, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, electrol...
Common conditions treated by nephrology specialists:
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Dialysis Management
- Kidney Transplant Evaluation and Care
- Hypertension (Kidney-Related)
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shahzad Safdar
Does Dr. Safdar accept Medicare?
Yes, Dr. Safdar accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Dr. Safdar and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.
What insurance does Dr. Safdar accept?
Dr. Safdar is in-network with 7 insurance providers, including Aetna, Cigna, Humana, Medicare, Oxford Health Plans (UHC), and 2 more. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Dr. Safdar's office before scheduling.
Does Dr. Safdar offer telehealth or virtual appointments?
Yes, Dr. Safdar offers telehealth services, allowing patients to have virtual consultations from the comfort of their home. Contact the office to schedule a telehealth appointment.
What conditions does Dr. Safdar treat?
As a nephrology specialist, Dr. Safdar commonly treats conditions including chronic kidney disease (ckd), dialysis management, kidney transplant evaluation and care, hypertension (kidney-related), glomerulonephritis, and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.
What medications does Dr. Safdar commonly prescribe?
Based on Medicare prescribing data, Dr. Safdar commonly prescribes medications including Chlorthalidone, Losartan Potassium, Spironolactone. The specific medications prescribed depend on each patient's individual diagnosis and health needs. Patients should discuss treatment options directly with Dr. Safdar during their consultation.
Where did Dr. Safdar go to medical school?
Dr. Safdar completed medical training at Other and has been practicing since 1983, bringing over 43 years of clinical experience.
Where is Dr. Safdar's office located?
Dr. Safdar practices at 8260 PINE RD, Cincinnati, OH 45236 at MT. AUBURN NEPHROLOGY INC.. You can reach the office by calling (513) 841-0222.
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Safdar?
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Safdar, call the office at (513) 841-0222. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.
Data source: CMS National Provider Registry ·
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