Muhammad Akhtar, M.D.
NPI 1548238918 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · East Providence, RI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Muhammad Akhtar, M.D. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in East Providence, RI (NPI 1548238918).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548238918
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 9655 (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
20 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
593 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 336 | $127 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 105 | $180 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 58 | $131 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 41 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 36 | $89 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 107 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 313 | 85 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 289 | 83 |
| Ibuprofen | 192 | 44 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 184 | 23 |
| Lisinopril | 170 | 50 |
| Omeprazole | 164 | 50 |
| Olmesartan Medoxomil |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,503 across 66 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
- 2006-03-10
- Last updated
- 2022-09-28
- Certified
- 2022-09-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Muhammad Akhtar's NPI number?
- Muhammad Akhtar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548238918, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Muhammad Akhtar's specialty?
- Muhammad Akhtar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Muhammad Akhtar located?
- Muhammad Akhtar's practice location on file with NPPES is 999 S Broadway Ste 200, East Providence, RI 02914-4701.
- What is Muhammad Akhtar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Muhammad Akhtar is (401) 438-7778.
- Does Muhammad Akhtar accept Medicare?
- Muhammad Akhtar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Muhammad Akhtar's NPI active?
- Yes — Muhammad Akhtar's NPI (1548238918) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.