SARAH FARUKHI AHMED M.D
NPI 1477959096
Ophthalmology in San Diego, CA

Active since November 10, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.53/100
CMS Quality Rating
200 W ARBOR DR, SAN DIEGO, CA 92103(858) 657-7000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 26, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 26, 2018, Jun 17, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Sarah Farukhi Ahmed M.d NPPES

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

SARAH FARUKHI AHMED M.D (NPI 1477959096) is an individual ophthalmology provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (A139648) and active in the NPI registry since November 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Irvine, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477959096
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameSARAH FARUKHI AHMEDCredential: M.D
Location Address200 W ARBOR DRSan Diego, CA 92103
Mailing AddressPo Box 232410San Diego, CA 92193-2410
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateNovember 10, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateJune 26, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
NPI 1477959096 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License Licensed in CA · A139648
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
200 W ARBOR DR, San Diego, CA 92103

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Sarah Farukhi Md

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1850 Health Sciences RdIrvine, CA 92697-0001 · Phone (949) 824-0158

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

Sarah Farukhi Ahmed 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 ID9931472818
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180820002140
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 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 complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
201 services191 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
192 services151 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
99 services93 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
96 services91 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
53 services53 patients
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness 76514
An ultrasound scan of the cornea is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to measure the thickness of your cornea. This helps in diagnosing certain eye conditions and planning treatments. No discomfort or pain is typically experienced.
28 services27 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92103 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
$140.22 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$76.87 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

97.53/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost91.77

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.

Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Hospice, Inpatient
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Anesthesiology
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Nurse Practitioner
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Nurse Practitioner
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
200 W ARBOR DR
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103

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 Sarah Ahmed's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sarah Ahmed is 1477959096. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 10, 2014. The provider is also known as Sarah Farukhi MD.

Where is Sarah Ahmed located?

Sarah Ahmed practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103. The listed phone number is (858) 657-7000.

What is Sarah Ahmed's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Sarah Ahmed enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sarah Ahmed 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 Sarah Ahmed accept?

Health plans from Providence Health Plan list Sarah Ahmed 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sarah Ahmed was last updated on June 26, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.