Umer Akbar, MD
NPI 1477798106 · Neurology Physician · Paramus, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Umer Akbar, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Paramus, NJ (NPI 1477798106).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477798106
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD14627 (RI)
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
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
267 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Prolonged Office Or Other Outpatient Evaluation and Management Service(s) Beyond the Maximum Required Time of the Primary Procedure Which Has Been Selected Using Total Time on the Date of the Primary Service; Each Additional 15 Minutes By the Physician OrG2212 | 62 | $35 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Muscle With Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Nerve Muscle95874 | 46 | $19 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 42 | $240 |
| Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Nerve Muscles on Side of Neck Excluding Voice Box64616 | 39 | $142 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 31 | $197 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 236 | 80 |
| Gabapentin | 75 | 16 |
| Amantadine Hclbrand: Amantadine | 55 | 19 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa Er | 30 | — |
| Clonazepam | 27 | 11 |
| Primidone | 23 | — |
| Ropinirole Hcl | 19 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$75 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 593 Eddy StProvidence, RI 02903-4923Phone: (401) 444-8795Fax: (401) 444-8781
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-12-09
- Last updated
- 2024-08-09
- Certified
- 2024-08-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Umer Akbar's NPI number?
- Umer Akbar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477798106, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Umer Akbar's specialty?
- Umer Akbar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Umer Akbar located?
- Umer Akbar's practice location on file with NPPES is 650 From Rd Ste 506, Paramus, NJ 07652-3517.
- What is Umer Akbar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Umer Akbar is (551) 996-8100.
- Does Umer Akbar accept Medicare?
- Umer Akbar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Umer Akbar's NPI active?
- Yes — Umer Akbar's NPI (1477798106) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.