Akbar Ahmed, MD
NPI 1699908921 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Rochester, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Akbar Ahmed, MD is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Rochester, NY (NPI 1699908921).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1699908921
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 279961 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 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
344 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 | 103 | $12 |
| Insertion of Tube in Left Lower Heart Chamber and Coronary Artery for Diagnosis With Review By Radiologist93458 | 62 | $258 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 45 | $97 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 41 | $8 |
| Insertion of Tube in Right Heart Chambers for Measurement93451 | 21 | $111 |
| Insertion of Tube in Coronary Artery for Diagnosis With Review By Radiologist |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 200 | 69 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 161 | 64 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 124 | 42 |
| Carvedilol | 108 | 40 |
| Lisinopril | 99 | 31 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 77 | 24 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$125 across 7 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
- 2009-09-03
- Last updated
- 2016-01-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Akbar Ahmed's NPI number?
- Akbar Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699908921, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Akbar Ahmed's specialty?
- Akbar Ahmed is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Akbar Ahmed located?
- Akbar Ahmed's practice location on file with NPPES is 1415 Portland Ave, Rochester, NY 14621-3038.
- What is Akbar Ahmed's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Akbar Ahmed is (585) 442-5320.
- Does Akbar Ahmed accept Medicare?
- Akbar Ahmed is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Akbar Ahmed's NPI active?
- Yes — Akbar Ahmed's NPI (1699908921) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-01-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.