Mostafa Ahmed, MD
NPI 1457618399 · Otolaryngology Physician · Gaithersburg, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mostafa Ahmed, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Gaithersburg, MD (NPI 1457618399).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457618399
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- D91469 (MD)
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
14 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
1,231 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 | 423 | $100 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 202 | $139 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 159 | $123 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 131 | $211 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 130 | $181 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 161 | 111 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 36 | 22 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | 29 | 21 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 26 | 12 |
| Prednisone | 21 | 21 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexamethbrand: Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone | 21 | 17 |
| Mupirocin | 20 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,440 across 22 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
- 2012-04-17
- Last updated
- 2022-07-07
- Certified
- 2022-07-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mostafa Ahmed's NPI number?
- Mostafa Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457618399, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mostafa Ahmed's specialty?
- Mostafa Ahmed is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mostafa Ahmed located?
- Mostafa Ahmed's practice location on file with NPPES is 818 W Diamond Ave Ste 120, Gaithersburg, MD 20878-1450.
- What is Mostafa Ahmed's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mostafa Ahmed is (301) 869-7204.
- Does Mostafa Ahmed accept Medicare?
- Mostafa Ahmed is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mostafa Ahmed's NPI active?
- Yes — Mostafa Ahmed's NPI (1457618399) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.