Tahir Ahmed, M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1275981342 · Anesthesiology Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tahir Ahmed, M.D., PH.D. is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1275981342).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275981342
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., PH.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 268374 (MA)
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
10 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
671 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 163 | $92 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 155 | $16 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 106 | $93 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 46 | $134 |
| Fluoroscopic Guidance for Needle Placement77002 | 44 | $25 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 473 | 106 |
| Pregabalin | 233 | 55 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 153 | 44 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 140 | 44 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 99 | 30 |
| Baclofen | 79 | 19 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 72 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$598 across 12 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
- 2016-05-31
- Last updated
- 2016-05-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tahir Ahmed's NPI number?
- Tahir Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275981342, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tahir Ahmed's specialty?
- Tahir Ahmed is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tahir Ahmed located?
- Tahir Ahmed's practice location on file with NPPES is 330 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215-5400.
- What is Tahir Ahmed's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tahir Ahmed is (617) 667-5048.
- Does Tahir Ahmed accept Medicare?
- Tahir Ahmed is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tahir Ahmed's NPI active?
- Yes — Tahir Ahmed's NPI (1275981342) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-05-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.