Iqbal Akhter, M.D.
NPI 1083719991 · Rheumatology Physician · Mount Vernon, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Iqbal Akhter, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Mount Vernon, IL (NPI 1083719991).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1083719991
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036087371 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,068 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 367 | $81 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 280 | $12 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 268 | $113 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 60 | $53 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 44 | $198 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 602 | 140 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 551 | 100 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 248 | 42 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 173 | 32 |
| Leflunomide | 95 | 24 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 37 | — |
| Folic Acid | 34 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$99 across 5 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-14
- Last updated
- 2014-10-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Iqbal Akhter's NPI number?
- Iqbal Akhter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1083719991, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Iqbal Akhter's specialty?
- Iqbal Akhter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Iqbal Akhter located?
- Iqbal Akhter's practice location on file with NPPES is 1007 S.42nd St., Mount Vernon, IL 62864.
- What is Iqbal Akhter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Iqbal Akhter is (618) 242-4626.
- Does Iqbal Akhter accept Medicare?
- Iqbal Akhter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Iqbal Akhter's NPI active?
- Yes — Iqbal Akhter's NPI (1083719991) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-10-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.