M.a Athar, MD
NPI 1518166818 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Mckinney, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
M.a Athar, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Mckinney, TX (NPI 1518166818).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518166818
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N6149 (TX)
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
18 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
6,415 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 786 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 725 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 712 | $10 |
| Magnesium Level83735 | 371 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 357 | $86 |
| 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'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 156 | 50 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 102 | 23 |
| Lenalidomidebrand: Revlimid | 79 | 12 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 79 | 21 |
| Acyclovir | 70 | 14 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 63 | 17 |
| Prednisone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,783 across 83 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
- 2007-07-16
- Last updated
- 2018-10-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is M.a Athar's NPI number?
- M.a Athar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518166818, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is M.a Athar's specialty?
- M.a Athar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is M.a Athar located?
- M.a Athar's practice location on file with NPPES is 5236 W University Dr Ste 1000, Mckinney, TX 75071-8106.
- What is M.a Athar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for M.a Athar is (972) 542-8609.
- Does M.a Athar accept Medicare?
- M.a Athar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is M.a Athar's NPI active?
- Yes — M.a Athar's NPI (1518166818) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-10-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.