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MURTAZA AKHTER
NPI 1093032351
Emergency Medicine in Phoenix, AZ

Active since April 27, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2929 E THOMAS RD, PHOENIX, AZ 85016(602) 470-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 18, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Murtaza Akhter NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MURTAZA AKHTER (NPI 1093032351) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Phoenix, Arizona, licensed in Massachusetts (254421) and active in the NPI registry since April 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Milton S Hershey Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1093032351
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameMURTAZA AKHTER
Location Address2929 E THOMAS RDPhoenix, AZ 85016-8034
Mailing Address221 Ashford LnWestmont, IL 60559-2665
Phone(602) 470-5000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateApril 27, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateJune 18, 2019
✔ NPI 1093032351 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 254421
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
2929 E THOMAS RD, Phoenix, AZ 85016
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Murtaza Akhter is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9133360969
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191220000445
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
245 services227 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
121 services117 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
95 services94 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
30 services30 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Milton S Hershey Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hershey, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390256
Location500 University DriveHershey, PA 17033 · Dauphin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85016 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$85.89 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $21.47 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$98.00 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $24.50 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

WILLIAM JAMES COWDEN M.D.
Surgery
2929 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Maricopa County (602) 470-5000
TAYLOR WARD DO
Anesthesiology
2929 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Maricopa County (602) 470-5000
XUAN H NGUYEN M.D.
Dermatology
2929 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Maricopa County (602) 470-5000
DISTRICT MEDICAL GROUP
Family Medicine
2929 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Maricopa County (602) 470-5000
MRS. MARY ELLEN KENWORTHEY NP
Nurse Practitioner (Obstetrics & Gynecology)
2929 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Maricopa County (602) 470-5000
DR. DAWN STECHER BARCELLONA MD
Pediatrics
2929 E THOMAS RD, DMG
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Maricopa County (602) 470-5000
KHUSHBOO K AGRAWAL-PATEL MD
Ophthalmology (Retina Specialist)
2929 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Maricopa County (602) 470-5000
GEORGINA AMAYA FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2929 E THOMAS RD
PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Maricopa County (602) 470-5000

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Murtaza Akhter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Murtaza Akhter is 1093032351. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 27, 2010.

Where is Murtaza Akhter located?

Murtaza Akhter practices at 2929 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016. The listed phone number is (602) 470-5000.

What is Murtaza Akhter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Murtaza Akhter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Murtaza Akhter is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Murtaza Akhter accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 4 other insurers list Murtaza Akhter as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Murtaza Akhter affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Murtaza Akhter is affiliated with Milton S Hershey Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Murtaza Akhter was last updated on June 18, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.