Abu Fakhruddin, MD
NPI 1962497867 · Gastroenterology Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Abu Fakhruddin, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1962497867).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962497867
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD26195 (TN)
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
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
957 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Guide Wire With Dilation of Esophagus Using a Flexible Endoscope43248 | 133 | $123 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 125 | $135 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 107 | $159 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 102 | $73 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 85 | $116 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 300 | 91 |
| Omeprazole | 153 | 40 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 82 | 24 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 75 | 29 |
| Sucralfate | 70 | 27 |
| Cholestyramine (with Sugar)brand: Cholestyramine | 54 | 14 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 47 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,961 across 83 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
- 2005-09-16
- Last updated
- 2022-01-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Abu Fakhruddin's NPI number?
- Abu Fakhruddin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962497867, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Abu Fakhruddin's specialty?
- Abu Fakhruddin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Abu Fakhruddin located?
- Abu Fakhruddin's practice location on file with NPPES is 330 23rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203-1534.
- What is Abu Fakhruddin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Abu Fakhruddin is (615) 342-5900.
- Does Abu Fakhruddin accept Medicare?
- Abu Fakhruddin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Abu Fakhruddin's NPI active?
- Yes — Abu Fakhruddin's NPI (1962497867) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.