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DR. TAHIR ALVI M.D.
NPI 1174509855
Internal Medicine in Kalamazoo, MI

Active since December 15, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
8.95/100
CMS Quality Rating
6099 SAN GABRIEL, SUITE C, KALAMAZOO, MI 49009(269) 353-4441(269) 353-8333 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 13, 2026, Oct 22, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Tahir Alvi M.d. NPPES

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

DR. TAHIR ALVI M.D. (NPI 1174509855) is an individual internal medicine provider in Kalamazoo, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (TA065207) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Three Rivers Health, and is a graduate of Other (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174509855
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. TAHIR ALVICredential: M.D.
Location Address6099 SAN GABRIEL, SUITE CKalamazoo, MI 49009-8104
Mailing Address714 Garland Cir, Apt AKalamazoo, MI 49008-2456 · (269) 353-4441 · Fax (269) 353-8333
Phone(269) 353-4441
Fax(269) 353-8333
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateDecember 15, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1174509855 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MI · TA065207
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
6099 SAN GABRIEL, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid3397804MI

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include McLaren Health Plan Community, Priority Health.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

Dr. Tahir Alvi 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 ID6204881360
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050322000440
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.

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
1,348 services187 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
101 services97 patients
Nursing facility discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99315
Nursing facility discharge day management involves organizing your transition from the nursing facility to your home or another facility. This service, taking 30 minutes or less, includes finalizing medical instructions, arranging follow-up care, and answering any questions.
39 services39 patients
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99305
An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Three Rivers Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Three Rivers, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number230015
Location701 S Health ParkwayThree Rivers, MI 49093 · St. Joseph County
Birthing friendly

Borgess Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Kalamazoo, MI
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number230117
Location1521 Gull RoadKalamazoo, MI 49048 · Kalamazoo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49009 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
$126.15 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.44 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $24.11 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

8.95/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0
Cost29.84

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 8

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Insertion tray with drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, two-way latex with coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer or hydrophilic, etc.) A4314
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier14 claims14 services$24.38 avg. paid by Medicare
Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each A4357
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier14 claims14 services$9.37 avg. paid by Medicare
Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, each dressing A6196
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
1 supplier12 claims368 services$7.06 avg. paid by Medicare
Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing A6212
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
2 suppliers17 claims258 services$9.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
1 supplier17 claims17 services$67.43 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
5 suppliers98 claims99 services$24.62 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Tahir Alvi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Tahir Alvi is 1174509855. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 15, 2005.

Where is Tahir Alvi located?

Tahir Alvi practices at 6099 San Gabriel Suite C, Kalamazoo, MI 49009. The listed phone number is (269) 353-4441.

What is Tahir Alvi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Tahir Alvi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Tahir Alvi 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 Tahir Alvi accept?

Health plans from McLaren Health Plan Community and Priority Health list Tahir Alvi 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 Tahir Alvi affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Tahir Alvi is affiliated with Three Rivers Health and Borgess Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Tahir Alvi was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 40 days 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.