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WAQAR GUL AKHTAR O.D.
NPI 1497209720
Optometrist in Humble, TX

Active since August 03, 2016PECOS Enrolled
3103 FM 1960 RD W STE V, HUMBLE, TX 77338(281) 443-0340 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 27, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 27, 2021, Sep 22, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Waqar Gul Akhtar O.d. NPPES

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

WAQAR GUL AKHTAR O.D. (NPI 1497209720) is an individual optometrist in Humble, Texas, licensed in Texas (9007TG) and active in the NPI registry since August 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Houston - College Of Optometry (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497209720
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameWAQAR GUL AKHTARCredential: O.D.
Location Address3103 FM 1960 RD W STE VHumble, TX 77338-3383
Mailing Address10810 Summer Meadows CtHouston, TX 77064-4047 · (832) 597-6788
Phone(281) 443-0340
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Houston - College Of OptometryGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateAugust 3, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 27, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 27, 2021
✔ NPI 1497209720 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · 9007TG✔ Licensed in TX · 9007T
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
3103 FM 1960 RD W STE V, Humble, TX 77338
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.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 (PECOS)

Waqar Gul Akhtar O.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID2062849011
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200304000030
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 2

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.
32 services30 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.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77338 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
$134.06 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$72.62 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $18.15 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

AKHTAR EYE ASSOCIATES PLLC
Optometrist
3103 FM 1960 RD W STE V
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Harris County (281) 443-0340
DR. CHANTAY MORRIS
Optometrist
3103 FM 1960 RD W STE V
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Harris County (281) 443-0340

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 Waqar Akhtar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Waqar Akhtar is 1497209720. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 3, 2016.

Where is Waqar Akhtar located?

Waqar Akhtar practices at 3103 Fm 1960 Rd W Ste V, Humble, TX 77338. The listed phone number is (281) 443-0340.

What is Waqar Akhtar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Waqar Akhtar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Waqar Akhtar is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Waqar Akhtar accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and 9 other insurers list Waqar Akhtar 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 Waqar Akhtar was last updated on September 27, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.