Huma Ahmed, MD
NPI 1972616241 · Rheumatology Physician · Columbus, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Huma Ahmed, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Columbus, GA (NPI 1972616241).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972616241
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 062935 (GA)
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
955 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 475 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 255 | $84 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 115 | $207 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 53 | $111 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 37 | $55 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 67 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 839 | 229 |
| Prednisone | 650 | 212 |
| Gabapentin | 535 | 181 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 441 | 131 |
| Leflunomide | 405 | 136 |
| Baclofen | 307 | 116 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 242 | 90 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,529 across 88 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
- 2006-08-17
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
- Certified
- 2021-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Huma Ahmed's NPI number?
- Huma Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972616241, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Huma Ahmed's specialty?
- Huma Ahmed is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Huma Ahmed located?
- Huma Ahmed's practice location on file with NPPES is 2443 Brookstone Centre Pkwy Ste a, Columbus, GA 31904-4664.
- What is Huma Ahmed's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Huma Ahmed is (706) 320-8900.
- Does Huma Ahmed accept Medicare?
- Huma Ahmed is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Huma Ahmed's NPI active?
- Yes — Huma Ahmed's NPI (1972616241) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.