Waseem Ahmed, MD
NPI 1497166573 · Gastroenterology Physician · West Hollywood, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Waseem Ahmed, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in West Hollywood, CA (NPI 1497166573).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497166573
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1078381A (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
210 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 49 | $240 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 47 | $96 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 33 | $127 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 31 | $94 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 24 | $125 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 43 | 43 |
| Upadacitinibbrand: Rinvoq | 38 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 32 | 20 |
| Mesalamine | 29 | — |
| Ustekinumabbrand: Stelara | 28 | — |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 24 | 23 |
| Vedolizumabbrand: Entyvio |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,279 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 1635 Aurora CtAop 5th Floor, Mail Stop F735Aurora, CO 80045Phone: (720) 848-2767
- 12605 E 16th AveAurora, CO 80045-2545Phone: (720) 848-0000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-05-12
- Last updated
- 2024-09-11
- Certified
- 2024-09-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Waseem Ahmed's NPI number?
- Waseem Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497166573, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Waseem Ahmed's specialty?
- Waseem Ahmed is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Waseem Ahmed located?
- Waseem Ahmed's practice location on file with NPPES is 8700 Beverly Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90048-1804.
- What is Waseem Ahmed's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Waseem Ahmed is (310) 423-4100.
- Does Waseem Ahmed accept Medicare?
- Waseem Ahmed is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Waseem Ahmed's NPI active?
- Yes — Waseem Ahmed's NPI (1497166573) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-09-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.