Ahmed Shahzad, M.D.
NPI 1255300422 · Nephrology Physician · Darby, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ahmed Shahzad, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Darby, PA (NPI 1255300422).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255300422
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD055409L (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
1,711 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 678 | $85 |
| Dialysis Services, Per Day, Less Than Full Month Service (20 Years Or Older)90970 | 432 | $10 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 166 | $389 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 112 | $127 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 77 | $141 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 75 | 25 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 70 | 14 |
| Calcitriol | 64 | 13 |
| Furosemide | 52 | 16 |
| Losartan Potassium | 45 | 14 |
| Carvedilol | 42 | 14 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 37 | — |
| Atorvastatin Calcium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$92 across 4 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
- 2006-03-17
- Last updated
- 2025-07-08
- Certified
- 2025-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ahmed Shahzad's NPI number?
- Ahmed Shahzad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255300422, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ahmed Shahzad's specialty?
- Ahmed Shahzad is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ahmed Shahzad located?
- Ahmed Shahzad's practice location on file with NPPES is 1501 Lansdowne Ave Ste 206, Darby, PA 19023-1333.
- What is Ahmed Shahzad's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ahmed Shahzad is (215) 395-6213.
- Does Ahmed Shahzad accept Medicare?
- Ahmed Shahzad is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ahmed Shahzad's NPI active?
- Yes — Ahmed Shahzad's NPI (1255300422) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.