Sajjad Akhtar, MD
NPI 1912919457 · Ophthalmology Physician · Astoria, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sajjad Akhtar, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Astoria, NY (NPI 1912919457).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912919457
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 219983 (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
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
229 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 55 | $142 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 48 | $101 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 33 | $42 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 21 | $187 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 21 | $102 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 14 | $72 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,203 | 186 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 340 | 75 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 256 | 58 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 242 | 126 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 163 | 57 |
| Ofloxacin | 147 | 105 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 139 | 34 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$149,614 across 10 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
- 2006-08-13
- Last updated
- 2020-02-28
- Certified
- 2020-02-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sajjad Akhtar's NPI number?
- Sajjad Akhtar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912919457, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sajjad Akhtar's specialty?
- Sajjad Akhtar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sajjad Akhtar located?
- Sajjad Akhtar's practice location on file with NPPES is 2519 35th St, Astoria, NY 11103-4870.
- What is Sajjad Akhtar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sajjad Akhtar is (718) 728-3606.
- Does Sajjad Akhtar accept Medicare?
- Sajjad Akhtar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sajjad Akhtar's NPI active?
- Yes — Sajjad Akhtar's NPI (1912919457) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-02-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.