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AMER ZIAD AKHRASS M.D.
NPI 1326005786
Legal Medicine in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since April 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1049 UNITY CENTER RD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15239(412) 795-8022(412) 795-8222 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Amer Ziad Akhrass M.d. NPPES

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

AMER ZIAD AKHRASS M.D. (NPI 1326005786) is an individual legal medicine provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (M.D.052769L) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System, and is a graduate of Other (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326005786
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy173000000X
Provider Legal NameAMER ZIAD AKHRASSCredential: M.D.
Location Address1049 UNITY CENTER RDPittsburgh, PA 15239-1853
Mailing Address1049 Unity Center RdPittsburgh, PA 15239-1853 · (412) 795-8022 · Fax (412) 795-8222
Phone(412) 795-8022
Fax(412) 795-8222
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateApril 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 2013
✔ NPI 1326005786 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyLegal MedicineOther Service Providers
Taxonomy Code173000000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · M.D.052769L
Definition
The specialty areas of medicine concerned with matters of, and relations with, substantive law and legal institutions; such as the conduct of medical examinations at crime scenes, performance of autopsies, giving of expert medical testimony in judicial proceedings, medical treatment of inmates of penal institutions, the practice of trauma medicine in law enforcement settings, and other clinical practice and medical science applications in the fields of law, law enforcement, and corrections.
1049 UNITY CENTER RD, Pittsburgh, PA 15239
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPING06107PA
Medicaid0015279000002PA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified777478PA

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

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Amer Ziad Akhrass 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 ID4486547262
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040206000607
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.

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.
93 services47 patients
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.
63 services39 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.
42 services42 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.
23 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390114
Location300 Halket StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Forbes Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Monroeville, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390267
Location2570 Haymaker RoadMonroeville, PA 15146 · Allegheny County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Upmc East

Acute Care Hospitals · Monroeville, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390328
Location2775 Mosside BoulevardMonroeville, PA 15146 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 10

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
4 suppliers21 claims52 services$4.44 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers15 claims15 services$29.88 avg. paid by Medicare
Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers24 claims56 services$15.45 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers16 claims16 services$43.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
6 suppliers11 claims11 services$16.85 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
6 suppliers33 claims110 services$1.67 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

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

PRIME CARE INTERNAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES,P.C.
Internal Medicine
1049 UNITY CENTER RD
PITTSBURGH, PA 15239
Allegheny County (412) 795-8022

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 Amer Akhrass's NPI number?

The NPI number for Amer Akhrass is 1326005786. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 28, 2006.

Where is Amer Akhrass located?

Amer Akhrass practices at 1049 Unity Center Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15239. The listed phone number is (412) 795-8022.

What is Amer Akhrass's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Legal Medicine with taxonomy code 173000000X.

Is Amer Akhrass enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Amer Akhrass 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 Amer Akhrass accept?

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

According to CMS data, Amer Akhrass is affiliated with Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System, Forbes Hospital and Upmc East.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Amer Akhrass was last updated on April 29, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.