MR. TAHIR EFFENDI M.D.
NPI 1285739789
Internal Medicine in Watervliet, NY

Q: What is Tahir Effendi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Tahir Effendi is 1285739789. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 13, 2006.

Q: What is Tahir Effendi's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Tahir Effendi was last updated on January 25, 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.

Active since September 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1500 2ND AVE, WATERVLIET, NY 12189(518) 272-0028(518) 272-4859 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 25, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Mr. Tahir Effendi M.d. NPPES

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

MR. TAHIR EFFENDI M.D. (NPI 1285739789) is an individual internal medicine provider in Watervliet, New York, licensed in New York (209567) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Peter's Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285739789

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameMR. TAHIR EFFENDICredential: M.D.

Location Address1500 2ND AVEWatervliet, NY 12189-2800

Mailing Address421a Moe RdClifton Park, NY 12065-5100 · (518) 272-0028 · Fax (518) 272-4859

Phone(518) 272-0028

Fax(518) 272-4859

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1988

Enumeration DateSeptember 13, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 25, 2019

✔ NPI 1285739789 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in NY · 209567

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.

1500 2ND AVE, Watervliet, NY 12189

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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

Mr. Tahir Effendi 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 ID3870532203

PECOS Enrollment IDI20050426000834

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Tahir Effendi reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

American Horizon Medical PLLC

Same address

Internal Medicine

1500 2ND AVE
Watervliet, NY 12189

Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
2 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1922278035 (518) 369-7694

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 11

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

345 services136 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

107 services69 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

85 services85 patients

Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444

An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.

83 services83 patients

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

79 services79 patients

Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

70 services69 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

St Peter's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albany, NY

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330057

Location315 South Manning BoulevardAlbany, NY 12208 · Albany County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ellis Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Schenectady, NY

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330153

Location1101 Nott StreetSchenectady, NY 12308 · Schenectady County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Samaritan Hospital Of Troy, New York

Acute Care Hospitals · Troy, NY

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330180

Location2215 Burdett AvenueTroy, NY 12180 · Rensselaer County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sunnyview Hospital And Rehabilitation Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Schenectady, NY

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330406

Location1270 Belmont AvenueSchenectady, NY 12308 · Schenectady County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 12189 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

$126.40 typical visit price

range $54.87 – $166.88

Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$97.08 typical visit price

range $17.54 – $136.14

Typical copayment $24.27 (range $4.38 – $34.03)

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer

67%101 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

89%171 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age

Percentage of female patients aged 65-85 years of age who ever had a central dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) to check for osteoporosis

40%55 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

16 suppliers36 claims105 services$5.72 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

14 suppliers34 claims53 services$1.07 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 10

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

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