FARHAN AHMAD M.D.
NPI 1346773777
Radiology - Vascular & Interventional Radiology in Galveston, TX

Active since April 03, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
74.96/100
CMS Quality Rating
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD, GALVESTON, TX 77555(409) 747-2849(409) 772-7120 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 13, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 13, 2025, Dec 4, 2023, Jun 16, 2023 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Farhan Ahmad M.d. NPPES

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

FARHAN AHMAD M.D. (NPI 1346773777) is an individual vascular & interventional radiology provider in Galveston, Texas, licensed in Texas (S5536) and active in the NPI registry since April 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Carle Foundation Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Yuma.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1346773777
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0204X
Provider Legal NameFARHAN AHMADCredential: M.D.
Location Address301 UNIVERSITY BLVDGalveston, TX 77555-0709
Mailing Address301 University BlvdGalveston, TX 77555-0709 · (409) 747-2849 · Fax (409) 772-7120
Fax(409) 772-7120
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOhio State University College Of MedicineGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateApril 3, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 13, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 13, 2025
NPI 1346773777 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Vascular & Interventional RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0204X
Licenses Licensed in TX · S5536 Licensed in AZ · 76644
Definition
A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases by various radiologic imaging modalities. These include fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography and magnetic resonance imaging.
Also ListedRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyTaxonomy 2085R0202X · License S5536 (TX)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD, Galveston, TX 77555

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12400 S Avenue AYuma, AZ 85364-7127 · Phone (928) 344-2000

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Farhan Ahmad 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 ID749554483
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230708000256, I20250312003863, I20250924003999
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 12

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.

Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152
This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.
61 services55 patients
Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance 49083
This procedure involves removing excess fluid from your abdominal cavity, which can relieve discomfort. A specialist uses imaging technology to guide a thin needle into the right spot. The fluid is then drained out safely.
37 services20 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.
22 services21 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
22 services22 patients
Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance 32555
This procedure, known as a thoracentesis, involves removing fluid from the space between the lungs and chest wall, called the pleural space. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure precision. It can help diagnose conditions or relieve symptoms like shortness of breath.
18 services16 patients
Replacement of stomach or large bowel tube using fluoroscopic guidance with contrast 49450
This procedure involves replacing a tube in your stomach or large bowel. It's guided by a special type of X-ray called fluoroscopy, which helps ensure accurate placement. Contrast material is used to enhance the visibility of your internal structures.
18 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston

Acute Care Hospitals · Galveston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number450018
Location301 University BoulevardGalveston, TX 77555 · Galveston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Deaconess Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Spokane, WA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500044
LocationW 800 Fifth AvenueSpokane, WA 99210 · Spokane County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Capital Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Olympia, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500139
Location3900 Capital Mall Dr SWOlympia, WA 98502 · Thurston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Luke's Hospital At The Vintage

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number670075
Location20171 Chasewood Park DriveHouston, TX 77070 · Harris County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77555 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
$88.24 typical visit price
range $57.19 – $173.07
Typical copayment $22.06 (range $14.29 – $43.26)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$71.32 typical visit price
range $18.45 – $141.36
Typical copayment $17.83 (range $4.61 – $35.34)
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.

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.

74.96/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.77
Promoting Interoperability94
Improvement Activities40
Cost47.75

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.

Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Internal Medicine
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD, JSA 9.128
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Anesthesiology
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555
Anesthesiology
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
GALVESTON, TX 77555

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 Farhan Ahmad's NPI number?

The NPI number for Farhan Ahmad is 1346773777. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 3, 2017.

Where is Farhan Ahmad located?

Farhan Ahmad practices at 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77555. The listed phone number is (409) 747-2849.

What is Farhan Ahmad's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Vascular & Interventional Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0204X.

Is Farhan Ahmad enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Farhan 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 Farhan Ahmad accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Oscar Insurance Company and Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Farhan 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 Farhan Ahmad affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Farhan Ahmad is affiliated with Carle Foundation Hospital, University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston, Deaconess Medical Center, Capital Medical Center and St Luke's Hospital At The Vintage.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Farhan Ahmad was last updated on March 13, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.