Syed Ahmad, M.D.
NPI 1700950383 · Ophthalmology Physician · Plano, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Syed Ahmad, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Plano, TX (NPI 1700950383).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700950383
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 220760-1 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
567 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 163 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 76 | $119 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 74 | $21 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 69 | $155 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Intermediate Testing92082 | 55 | $43 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 382 | 177 |
| Prednisone | 56 | 41 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 42 | 38 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 38 | 35 |
| Latanoprost | 35 | — |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 23 | 17 |
| Perfluorohexyloctane/Pfbrand: Miebo | 20 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,391 across 14 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
- 2006-11-17
- Last updated
- 2021-01-13
- Certified
- 2021-01-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Syed Ahmad's NPI number?
- Syed Ahmad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700950383, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Syed Ahmad's specialty?
- Syed Ahmad is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Syed Ahmad located?
- Syed Ahmad's practice location on file with NPPES is 3950 W Plano Pkwy, Plano, TX 75075-7807.
- What is Syed Ahmad's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Syed Ahmad is (972) 636-1045.
- Does Syed Ahmad accept Medicare?
- Syed Ahmad is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Syed Ahmad's NPI active?
- Yes — Syed Ahmad's NPI (1700950383) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-01-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.