Kamran Ahrar, M.D.
NPI 1538255286 · Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kamran Ahrar, M.D. is a Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1538255286).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538255286
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Vascular & Interventional Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- K9207 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
19 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
271 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 78 | $12 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 61 | $8 |
| Review By Radiologist of Ct Guidance for Needle Placement77012 | 41 | $69 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 31 | $30 |
| Core Needle Biopsy of Lung Or Center Cavity of Chest (mediastinum), Accessed Through Skin32408 | 24 | $143 |
| Needle Biopsy of Growth of Abdominal Cavity49180 | 13 | $82 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$330 across 5 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
- 2006-10-04
- Last updated
- 2017-05-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kamran Ahrar's NPI number?
- Kamran Ahrar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538255286, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kamran Ahrar's specialty?
- Kamran Ahrar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kamran Ahrar located?
- Kamran Ahrar's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4009.
- What is Kamran Ahrar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kamran Ahrar is (713) 792-6161.
- Does Kamran Ahrar accept Medicare?
- Kamran Ahrar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kamran Ahrar's NPI active?
- Yes — Kamran Ahrar's NPI (1538255286) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-05-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.