Nadeem Akhtar, M.D.
NPI 1225041957 · Internal Medicine Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nadeem Akhtar, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1225041957).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225041957
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 00017302 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
223 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 57 | $16 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 37 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 37 | $111 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (covid-19)87811 | 32 | $41 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 24 | $143 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Azithromycin | 70 | 69 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 54 | 21 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 53 | 45 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 47 | 16 |
| Prednisone | 37 | 32 |
| Methocarbamol | 24 | 22 |
| Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavirbrand: Paxlovid | 18 | 17 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-14
- Last updated
- 2012-01-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nadeem Akhtar's NPI number?
- Nadeem Akhtar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225041957, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nadeem Akhtar's specialty?
- Nadeem Akhtar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nadeem Akhtar located?
- Nadeem Akhtar's practice location on file with NPPES is 2816 Columbiana Road, Birmingham, AL 35216-2518.
- What is Nadeem Akhtar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nadeem Akhtar is (205) 978-8070.
- Does Nadeem Akhtar accept Medicare?
- Nadeem Akhtar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nadeem Akhtar's NPI active?
- Yes — Nadeem Akhtar's NPI (1225041957) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-01-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.