Tamer Akel, MD
NPI 1790165157 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Woodland Park, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tamer Akel, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Woodland Park, NJ (NPI 1790165157).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790165157
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25MA10587900 (NJ)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
11 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
2,347 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 762 | $83 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 275 | $72 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 260 | $72 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 140 | $138 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 122 | $140 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 183 | 58 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 103 | 39 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 82 | 23 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 66 | 20 |
| Furosemide | 66 | 27 |
| Carvedilol | 64 | 18 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 56 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$261 across 8 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)
- 175 High StNewton, NJ 07860-1004Phone: (973) 579-8321Fax: (973) 383-4572
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-06-01
- Last updated
- 2026-03-19
- Certified
- 2026-03-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tamer Akel's NPI number?
- Tamer Akel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790165157, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tamer Akel's specialty?
- Tamer Akel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tamer Akel located?
- Tamer Akel's practice location on file with NPPES is 999 Mcbride Ave Ste B204, Woodland Park, NJ 07424-2563.
- What is Tamer Akel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tamer Akel is (973) 256-5667.
- Does Tamer Akel accept Medicare?
- Tamer Akel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tamer Akel's NPI active?
- Yes — Tamer Akel's NPI (1790165157) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.