Rafique Ahmed, MD
NPI 1457354854 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Baltimore, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rafique Ahmed, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Baltimore, MD (NPI 1457354854).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457354854
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD473723 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
21 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
5,105 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 1,142 | $13 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System Or Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93296 | 1,084 | $19 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 669 | $28 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 634 | $121 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Or Multiple Lead Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93295 | 301 | $34 |
| 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 · 34 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 705 | 179 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 496 | 177 |
| Flecainide Acetate | 216 | 72 |
| Carvedilol | 201 | 59 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 150 | 51 |
| Diltiazem Hclbrand: Diltiazem 24hr Er (cd) | 113 | 41 |
| Sotalol Hclbrand: Sotalol | 109 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$71 across 3 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
- 2005-05-31
- Last updated
- 2021-04-23
- Certified
- 2021-04-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rafique Ahmed's NPI number?
- Rafique Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457354854, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rafique Ahmed's specialty?
- Rafique Ahmed is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rafique Ahmed located?
- Rafique Ahmed's practice location on file with NPPES is 9105 Franklin Square Dr, Baltimore, MD 21237-3958.
- What is Rafique Ahmed's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rafique Ahmed is (410) 574-1330.
- Does Rafique Ahmed accept Medicare?
- Rafique Ahmed is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rafique Ahmed's NPI active?
- Yes — Rafique Ahmed's NPI (1457354854) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-04-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.