Muhammad Akhtar, M.D.
NPI 1740266022 · Neurology Physician · Chillicothe, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Muhammad Akhtar, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Chillicothe, OH (NPI 1740266022).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740266022
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 2006-00101 (NC)
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
665 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 148 | $43 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 123 | $92 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 77 | $127 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 52 | $122 |
| Nerve Conduction, 5-6 Studies95909 | 45 | $74 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 64 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 309 | 62 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 226 | 52 |
| Levetiracetam | 201 | 33 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 200 | 43 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 193 | 49 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 172 | 38 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 135 | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$827 across 59 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
- 2005-12-19
- Last updated
- 2022-06-27
- Certified
- 2022-06-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Muhammad Akhtar's NPI number?
- Muhammad Akhtar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740266022, 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 Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Muhammad Akhtar located?
- Muhammad Akhtar's practice location on file with NPPES is 272 Hospital Rd, Chillicothe, OH 45601-9031.
- What is Muhammad Akhtar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Muhammad Akhtar is (740) 779-4598.
- 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 (1740266022) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-06-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.