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DR. UMER FAROOQ AHMAD MD
NPI 1265698591
Internal Medicine in Shreveport, LA

Active since August 06, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75.27/100
CMS Quality Rating
8001 YOUREE DR, SUITE 880, SHREVEPORT, LA 71115(318) 212-3821(318) 212-3825 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 26, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Umer Farooq Ahmad Md NPPES

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

DR. UMER FAROOQ AHMAD MD (NPI 1265698591) is an individual internal medicine provider in Shreveport, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (202279) and active in the NPI registry since August 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth, and is a graduate of Other (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1265698591
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. UMER FAROOQ AHMADCredential: MD
Location Address8001 YOUREE DR, SUITE 880Shreveport, LA 71115-2302
Mailing Address8001 Youree Dr, Suite 880Shreveport, LA 71115-2302 · (318) 212-3821 · Fax (318) 212-3825
Phone(318) 212-3821
Fax(318) 212-3825
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateAugust 6, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 26, 2014
✔ NPI 1265698591 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 202279
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.
8001 YOUREE DR, Shreveport, LA 71115
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Medica.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. Umer Farooq 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 ID4688749955
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200806002907
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 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.
404 services175 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
131 services130 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.
34 services34 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
27 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Worth, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number450135
Location1301 Pennsylvania AvenueFort Worth, TX 76104 · Tarrant County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Stephenvill

Acute Care Hospitals · Stephenville, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number450351
Location411 N Belknap StStephenville, TX 76401 · Erath County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen

Acute Care Hospitals · Allen, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Federal
CMS Certification Number450840
Location1105 Central Expressway NorthAllen, TX 75013 · Collin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 71115 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
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

75.27/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality68.07
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost49.5

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers22 claims22 services$15.43 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers29 claims29 services$62.34 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

MAURIE PATTERSON MD AND WILLIS-KNIGHTON MEDICAL CENTER
Internal Medicine
8001 YOUREE DR, SUITE 400
SHREVEPORT, LA 71115
Caddo Parish (318) 212-3456
WK CENTER FOR NEUROSURGERY AT PIERREMONT
Neurological Surgery
8001 YOUREE DR, SUITE 850
SHREVEPORT, LA 71115
Caddo Parish (318) 424-2623
SHIRLEY A KELLEY CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
8001 YOUREE DR
SHREVEPORT, LA 71115
Caddo Parish (318) 212-3220
SUSAN MICHELLE SELF MD
Family Medicine
8001 YOUREE DR, SUITE 540
SHREVEPORT, LA 71115
Caddo Parish (318) 212-3810
ALLYSON DELAUNE NP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
8001 YOUREE DR, SUITE 880
SHREVEPORT, LA 71115
Caddo Parish (318) 212-3821
MR. CALEB PHILLIPS CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
8001 YOUREE DR
SHREVEPORT, LA 71115
Caddo Parish (318) 212-3000
CHRISTINA GREEN PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
8001 YOUREE DR
SHREVEPORT, LA 71115
Caddo Parish (318) 212-3700
ROBERT C HERNANDEZ MD
Internal Medicine
8001 YOUREE DR, SUITE 450
SHREVEPORT, LA 71115
Caddo Parish (318) 212-3952

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 Umer Ahmad's NPI number?

The NPI number for Umer Ahmad is 1265698591. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 6, 2008.

Where is Umer Ahmad located?

Umer Ahmad practices at 8001 Youree Dr Suite 880, Shreveport, LA 71115. The listed phone number is (318) 212-3821.

What is Umer Ahmad's specialty?

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

Is Umer Ahmad enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Umer 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 Umer Ahmad accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Medica list Umer 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 Umer Ahmad affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Umer Ahmad is affiliated with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth, Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Stephenvill and Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Umer Ahmad was last updated on February 26, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.