Akber Ahmad, MD
NPI 1578546941 · Internal Medicine Physician · Arnold, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Akber Ahmad, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Arnold, MD (NPI 1578546941).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578546941
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101238060 (VA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,937 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 | 478 | $9 |
| 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'SG2211 | 437 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 423 | $103 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 419 | $80 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 400 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 56 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 180 | 64 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 179 | 58 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 175 | 69 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 113 | 33 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | 109 | 34 |
| Prednisone | 104 | 96 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$90 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 125 Shoreway Dr Ste 120Queenstown, MD 21658-1681Phone: (410) 827-4001
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-21
- Last updated
- 2021-06-16
- Certified
- 2021-06-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Akber Ahmad's NPI number?
- Akber Ahmad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578546941, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Akber Ahmad's specialty?
- Akber Ahmad is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Akber Ahmad located?
- Akber Ahmad's practice location on file with NPPES is 1509 Ritchie Hwy, Arnold, MD 21012-2742.
- What is Akber Ahmad's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Akber Ahmad is (410) 757-7600.
- Does Akber Ahmad accept Medicare?
- Akber Ahmad is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Akber Ahmad's NPI active?
- Yes — Akber Ahmad's NPI (1578546941) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-06-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.