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NUZHAT AZIZ AHMAD MD
NPI 1144234832
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Philadelphia, PA

Active since July 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.48/100
CMS Quality Rating
3400 CIVIC CENTER BLVD, 4TH FLOOR, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104(215) 349-8222(215) 662-6530 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 21, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Nuzhat Aziz Ahmad Md NPPES

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

NUZHAT AZIZ AHMAD MD (NPI 1144234832) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD062429L) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania, and is a graduate of Other (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144234832
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameNUZHAT AZIZ AHMADCredential: MD
Location Address3400 CIVIC CENTER BLVD, 4TH FLOORPhiladelphia, PA 19104-5127
Mailing Address3400 Civic Center Blvd, 4th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19104-5127 · (215) 349-8222 · Fax (215) 662-6530
Phone(215) 349-8222
Fax(215) 662-6530
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateJuly 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 21, 2016
✔ NPI 1144234832 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD062429L
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
3400 CIVIC CENTER BLVD, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid001850913PA
Medicare UPINH44967PA
Medicare PIN049984PA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Nuzhat Aziz Ahmad Md 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 ID5193913887
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101222000241
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 10

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.

Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
82 services76 patients
Ultrasound exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope through mouth 43237
This procedure involves a flexible tube with a camera and ultrasound device, inserted through the mouth to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper small bowel. It helps diagnose conditions like inflammation, tumors, or other abnormalities.
80 services80 patients
Ultrasound guided needle aspiration or biopsy of esophagus using a flexible endoscope 43238
An ultrasound guided needle aspiration or biopsy of the esophagus involves using a flexible tube with a camera (endoscope) to view your esophagus. An ultrasound device on the endoscope helps to guide a needle to take a small tissue sample for testing. This is a safe, minimally invasive procedure.
77 services68 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
22 services22 patients
Insertion of stent into pancreatic or bile duct using a flexible endoscope 43274
This procedure involves the placement of a tiny tube, known as a stent, into your pancreatic or bile duct. A flexible endoscope, a long, thin instrument with a light and camera, is used. It aids in relieving blockages and improving flow in these ducts.
21 services18 patients
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43235
This procedure, known as an upper endoscopy, involves inserting a thin, flexible tube with a camera down the throat to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper small bowel. It helps diagnose conditions like ulcers or inflammation.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390111
Location34th & Spruce StsPhiladelphia, PA 19104 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Chester County Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · West Chester, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390179
Location701 East Marshall StreetWest Chester, PA 19380 · Chester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19104 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
$137.17 typical visit price
range $59.88 – $180.99
Typical copayment $34.29 (range $14.97 – $45.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$105.21 typical visit price
range $19.30 – $147.29
Typical copayment $26.30 (range $4.82 – $36.82)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

85.48/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.6
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

PHILIPPE OLIVIER SZAPARY MD
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
3400 CIVIC CENTER BLVD, EAST PAVILION, 2ND FLOOR
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 615-4949
UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Psychiatric Unit
3400 CIVIC CENTER BLVD, 2 SOUTH PAVILION
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 614-1828
CAREY MCDOUGALL M.S.
Genetic Counselor, MS
3400 CIVIC CENTER BLVD
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 590-2920
KELSEY ELIZABETH SPIELMAN
Genetic Counselor, MS
3400 CIVIC CENTER BLVD
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 349-8479
STEVEN S SCHERER MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
3400 CIVIC CENTER BLVD, 2ND FLOOR, SOUTH PAVILION
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-3606
KEITH CENGEL MD, PHD
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
3400 CIVIC CENTER BLVD, CONCOURSE LEVEL
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-2428
BRIAN FRIEL MD
Urology
3400 CIVIC CENTER BLVD, UROLOGY, PERELMAN CENTER, 3RD FLOOR, WEST PAVILION
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 349-5042
RICHARD KRISKA
Pharmacist
3400 CIVIC CENTER BLVD, ROOM 101 WEST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
Philadelphia County (215) 662-6260

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 Nuzhat Ahmad's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nuzhat Ahmad is 1144234832. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 28, 2006.

Where is Nuzhat Ahmad located?

Nuzhat Ahmad practices at 3400 Civic Center Blvd 4th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104. The listed phone number is (215) 349-8222.

What is Nuzhat Ahmad's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Nuzhat Ahmad enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nuzhat Ahmad 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 Nuzhat Ahmad accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan list Nuzhat Ahmad 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 Nuzhat Ahmad affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nuzhat Ahmad is affiliated with Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania and Chester County Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nuzhat Ahmad was last updated on January 21, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.