DR. AHMAD ZAFAR CHAUDHRY M.D.
NPI 1144304635
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Lexington, KY

Q: What is Ahmad Chaudhry's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ahmad Chaudhry is 1144304635. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 24, 2006.

Q: What is Ahmad Chaudhry's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ahmad Chaudhry was last updated on January 22, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 months 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.

Active since October 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1401 HARRODSBURG RD, LEXINGTON, KY 40504(859) 278-2334(859) 278-0159 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 22, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 22, 2026, Mar 6, 2025, Feb 10, 2025 and 6 more (9 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dr. Ahmad Zafar Chaudhry M.d. NPPES

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

DR. AHMAD ZAFAR CHAUDHRY M.D. (NPI 1144304635) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Lexington, Kentucky, licensed in Illinois (1144304635) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Carle Foundation Hospital, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144304635

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. AHMAD ZAFAR CHAUDHRYCredential: M.D.

Location Address1401 HARRODSBURG RDLexington, KY 40504-3751

Mailing AddressPo Box 936London, KY 40743-0936 · Fax (606) 330-7825

Phone(859) 278-2334

Fax(859) 278-0159

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994

Enumeration DateOctober 24, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 22, 20269 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 22, 2026

✔ NPI 1144304635 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in IL · 1144304635✔ Licensed in CA · A113311✔ Licensed in IN · 01098820A✔ Licensed in MT · 87826✔ Licensed in KY · 50650

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License A113311 (CA)

Also ListedSurgery · Surgical Critical CareTaxonomy 2086S0102X · License A113311 (CA)

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License 245722 (NY)

1401 HARRODSBURG RD, Lexington, KY 40504

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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 13900 St Francis Way Ste 200Lafayette, IN 47905-4940 · Phone (765) 775-2800 · Fax (765) 775-2831

Location 21301 Pleasant Valley Rd Ste 201Owensboro, KY 42303-9774 · Phone (270) 417-7510 · Fax (270) 417-7529

Location 3305 W Jackson St Ste 206Carbondale, IL 62901-1474 · Phone (618) 457-3006 · Fax (618) 457-3007

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0A1133110CA

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Ahmad Zafar Chaudhry M.d. 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 ID547386849

PECOS Enrollment IDI20171109001555, I20190703002396, I20260130003267

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Ahmad Chaudhry reassigns Medicare billing to 9 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Baptist Health Medical Group Inc

4.3 mi

Nurse Practitioner

4071 TATES CREEK CENTRE DR, STE 202
Lexington, KY 40517

Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
999 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1518360296 (859) 260-4390

Owensboro Health Medical Group, Inc.

95 mi

Family Medicine

9847 ELIZABETHTOWN RD
Big Clifty, KY 42712

Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
643 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1093311318 (270) 242-2000

Franciscan Physician Network

139 mi

Family Medicine

8111 S EMERSON AVE
Indianapolis, IN 46237

Reassigned Medicare billing, Indiana enrollment
1,396 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1225327984 (317) 528-4800

Carle Health Medical Group

245 mi

Internal Medicine

611 W PARK ST
Urbana, IL 61801

Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: Carle Health Care Incorporated
2,516 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1154653947 (217) 383-8300

Southern Illinois Medical Services, Nfp

256 mi

Internal Medicine

1239 E MAIN ST
Carbondale, IL 62901

Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
702 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1770656837 (618) 457-5200

Riverside Health System

277 mi

General Practice

1905 W COURT ST
Kankakee, IL 60901

Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
381 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1417061193 (815) 935-7526

Carle West Physician Group Inc

294 mi

Family Medicine

1302 FRANKLIN AVE STE 3400
Normal, IL 61761

Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
698 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1467074138 (309) 556-8295

Adventist Health System-Sunbelt Inc Dba Florida Hospital

673 mi

Pediatrics

1410 W BROADWAY ST, #104
Oviedo, FL 32765

Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: Adventist Health System-Sunbelt Inc.
80 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1841395811 (407) 977-1135

Benefis Hospitals, Inc.

1,498 mi

General Acute Care Hospital

1101 26TH ST S
Great Falls, MT 59405

Reassigned Medicare billing, Montana enrollment
637 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1881650737 (406) 455-5000

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

48 services20 patients

Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361

This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.

24 services24 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

17 services17 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Carle Foundation Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Urbana, IL

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number140091

Location611 West Park StreetUrbana, IL 61801 · Champaign County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Franciscan Health Lafayette

Acute Care Hospitals · Lafayette, IN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number150109

Location1701 S Creasy LnLafayette, IN 47905 · Tippecanoe County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Owensboro, KY

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180038

Location1201 Pleasant Valley RoadOwensboro, KY 42303 · Daviess County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40504 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

$162.27 typical visit price

range $52.76 – $162.27

Typical copayment $40.56 (range $13.19 – $40.56)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$66.24 typical visit price

range $16.53 – $131.99

Typical copayment $16.56 (range $4.13 – $32.99)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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.

OLEVA C SCHOEDLBAUER P.A.-C.

Physician Assistant

1401 HARRODSBURG RD, SUITE A-540
LEXINGTON, KY 40504

Fayette County (859) 258-6760

ARMAGHAN YUNIS SOOMRO MD

Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)

1401 HARRODSBURG RD
LEXINGTON, KY 40504

Fayette County (859) 276-4429

JANALYN PROWS M.D.

Radiology (Radiation Oncology)

1401 HARRODSBURG RD, SUITE A-100
LEXINGTON, KY 40504

Fayette County (859) 258-6505

MR. ROBERT GREG MCMORROW MD

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)

1401 HARRODSBURG RD, C 335
LEXINGTON, KY 40504

Fayette County (859) 276-5355

LAURA RARDIN-ECTON PA-C

Physician Assistant

1401 HARRODSBURG RD, SUITE B275
LEXINGTON, KY 40504

Fayette County (859) 278-2334

DR. JUSTIN DALE JOHNSON M.D.

Urology

1401 HARRODSBURG RD, SUITE C-215
LEXINGTON, KY 40504

Fayette County (859) 258-6450

DANILO CORALES

Internal Medicine

1401 HARRODSBURG RD, B 299
LEXINGTON, KY 40504

Fayette County (859) 276-0714

NEIL R FARRIS MD

Internal Medicine

1401 HARRODSBURG RD, SUITE C215
LEXINGTON, KY 40504

Fayette County (859) 278-9413

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 Ahmad Chaudhry's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ahmad Chaudhry is 1144304635. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 24, 2006.

Where is Ahmad Chaudhry located?

Ahmad Chaudhry practices at 1401 Harrodsburg Rd, Lexington, KY 40504. The listed phone number is (859) 278-2334.

What is Ahmad Chaudhry's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Ahmad Chaudhry enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ahmad Chaudhry 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Ahmad Chaudhry's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ahmad Chaudhry reassigns Medicare benefits to 9 organizations: Baptist Health Medical Group Inc (Lexington, KY), Owensboro Health Medical Group, Inc. (Big Clifty, KY), Franciscan Physician Network (Indianapolis, IN), Carle Health Medical Group (Urbana, IL), Southern Illinois Medical Services, Nfp (Carbondale, IL) and 4 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Ahmad Chaudhry's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Ahmad Chaudhry accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and CareSource list Ahmad Chaudhry 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 Ahmad Chaudhry affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ahmad Chaudhry is affiliated with Carle Foundation Hospital, Franciscan Health Lafayette and Owensboro Health Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ahmad Chaudhry was last updated on January 22, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 months 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.