Syed Ahsan, M.D.
NPI 1720461023 · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Syed Ahsan, M.D. is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1720461023).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720461023
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- T8459 (TX)
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
11 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
941 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 230 | $213 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 216 | $118 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 110 | $12 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 100 | $78 |
| Evaluation of Lower Heart Chamber Assist Device93750 | 54 | $41 |
| Biopsy of Heart Muscle93505 | 48 | $224 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sacubitril/Valsartanbrand: Entresto | 77 | 25 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 67 | 20 |
| Spironolactone | 63 | 22 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 55 | 19 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 52 | 17 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 38 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$761 across 20 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
- 2015-07-04
- Last updated
- 2022-10-14
- Certified
- 2022-10-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Syed Ahsan's NPI number?
- Syed Ahsan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720461023, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Syed Ahsan's specialty?
- Syed Ahsan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Syed Ahsan located?
- Syed Ahsan's practice location on file with NPPES is 6550 Fannin St Ste 1901, Houston, TX 77030-2719.
- What is Syed Ahsan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Syed Ahsan is (713) 441-1100.
- Does Syed Ahsan accept Medicare?
- Syed Ahsan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Syed Ahsan's NPI active?
- Yes — Syed Ahsan's NPI (1720461023) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-10-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.