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DR. WASEEM AHMED MD
NPI 1497166573
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in West Hollywood, CA

Active since May 12, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.58/100
CMS Quality Rating
8700 BEVERLY BLVD, WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90048(310) 423-4100(310) 423-0146 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 11, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 11, 2024, Jul 23, 2021, Jun 11, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Waseem Ahmed Md NPPES

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

DR. WASEEM AHMED MD (NPI 1497166573) is an individual gastroenterology provider in West Hollywood, California, licensed in California (C195898) and active in the NPI registry since May 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 2 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Indiana University School Of Medicine (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497166573
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameDR. WASEEM AHMEDCredential: MD
Location Address8700 BEVERLY BLVDWest Hollywood, CA 90048-1804
Mailing Address4140 W 190th StTorrance, CA 90504-5513
Phone(310) 423-4100
Fax(310) 423-0146
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateMay 12, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 11, 20245 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 11, 2024
✔ NPI 1497166573 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
Licenses✔ Licensed in CA · C195898✔ Licensed in IN · 1078381A✔ Licensed in CO · DR.0066766
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
8700 BEVERLY BLVD, West Hollywood, CA 90048
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11635 Aurora Ct, AOP 5th Floor, Mail Stop F735Aurora, CO 80045 · Phone (720) 848-2767
Location 212605 E 16th AveAurora, CO 80045-2545 · Phone (720) 848-0000

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica.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

Dr. Waseem Ahmed 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 ID8527357169
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240924000294
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 7

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.

Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.
49 services49 patients
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.
47 services47 patients
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
33 services33 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.
31 services22 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.
24 services17 patients
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45378
This procedure, known as a colonoscopy, involves using a flexible tube with a light and camera to examine the large intestine. It helps detect any abnormalities such as polyps or inflammation. It's a standard procedure to ensure gut health.
13 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90048 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$109.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $27.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

97.58/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality86.53
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

DR. BERNICE LOUISE COLEMAN PH.D, ACNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
8700 BEVERLY BLVD, NORTH TOWER ROOM 6215
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 423-6178
DR. INGRID LEAH DOMBROWER M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
8700 BEVERLY BLVD
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 423-2871
ELAINE WITTERT MSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
8700 BEVERLY BLVD, SUITE AC1002
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 423-3119
DR. KENAN MOHAMMED NADAR D.O.
Pediatrics
8700 BEVERLY BLVD
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 423-4451
HAE YOON GRACE CHOUNG MD
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
8700 BEVERLY BLVD
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 423-6623
CASEY DISTASO MD
Emergency Medicine
8700 BEVERLY BLVD
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 423-8780
CHIARA CASAS NP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
8700 BEVERLY BLVD
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 423-3277
PHILIP CHENG MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
8700 BEVERLY BLVD
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90048
Los Angeles County (310) 423-1682

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 Waseem Ahmed's NPI number?

The NPI number for Waseem Ahmed is 1497166573. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 12, 2014.

Where is Waseem Ahmed located?

Waseem Ahmed practices at 8700 Beverly Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90048. The listed phone number is (310) 423-4100.

What is Waseem Ahmed's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Waseem Ahmed enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Waseem 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 Waseem Ahmed accept?

Health plans from Medica list Waseem 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 Waseem Ahmed was last updated on September 11, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 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.