ASHFAQ AHMED
NPI 1497316947
Internal Medicine in Buffalo, NY

Q: What is Ashfaq Ahmed's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ashfaq Ahmed is 1497316947. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 25, 2019.

Q: What is Ashfaq Ahmed's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ashfaq Ahmed was last updated on November 17, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since June 25, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

91.27/100

CMS Quality Rating

462 GRIDER ST, BUFFALO, NY 14215(716) 898-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 17, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Ashfaq Ahmed NPPES

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

ASHFAQ AHMED (NPI 1497316947) is an individual internal medicine provider in Buffalo, New York, licensed in New York (318025) and active in the NPI registry since June 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Kaleida Health, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497316947

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameASHFAQ AHMED

Location Address462 GRIDER STBuffalo, NY 14215-3021

Mailing Address462 Grider StBuffalo, NY 14215-3021 · (716) 898-3000

Phone(716) 898-3000

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015

Enumeration DateJune 25, 2019

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 17, 2023

NPPES CertifiedNovember 17, 2023

✔ NPI 1497316947 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in NY · 318025

Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

462 GRIDER ST, Buffalo, NY 14215

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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

Ashfaq Ahmed 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 ID9032593272

PECOS Enrollment IDI20220907001616

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.

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

141 services135 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221

Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Kaleida Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Buffalo, NY

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330005

Location100 High StreetBuffalo, NY 14210 · Erie County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sisters Of Charity Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Buffalo, NY

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330078

Location2157 Main StreetBuffalo, NY 14214 · Erie County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Erie County Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Buffalo, NY

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number330219

Location462 Grider StreetBuffalo, NY 14215 · Erie County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14215 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

$126.40 typical visit price

range $54.87 – $166.88

Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$97.08 typical visit price

range $17.54 – $136.14

Typical copayment $24.27 (range $4.38 – $34.03)

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.

91.27/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

73.6

Improvement Activities

Cost

85.96

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.

MR. V. THOMAS CHAPIN PMHNP

Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)

462 GRIDER ST
BUFFALO, NY 14215

Erie County (716) 898-3000

DR. JOHN JACOB HANNIBAL IV M.D.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

462 GRIDER ST
BUFFALO, NY 14215

Erie County (716) 898-4226

HMB PHARMACY MANAGEMENT LLC

Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)

462 GRIDER ST, DRIVEWAY 3
BUFFALO, NY 14215

Erie County (716) 332-2866

SARAH MARIE THOMPSON PA-C

Physician Assistant

462 GRIDER ST
BUFFALO, NY 14215

Erie County (716) 698-5375

MATTHEW GARRETT ALBEN DO

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

462 GRIDER ST
BUFFALO, NY 14215

Erie County (716) 898-5053

DANNY ISSAM BELMONA MD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

462 GRIDER ST
BUFFALO, NY 14215

Erie County (716) 898-3000

ALEXANDRA VAZQUEZ AGACNP

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)

462 GRIDER ST
BUFFALO, NY 14215

Erie County (716) 898-3000

MR. KENNETH L DZIALAK COTA

Occupational Therapy Assistant

462 GRIDER ST
BUFFALO, NY 14215

Erie County (716) 898-3575

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 Ashfaq Ahmed's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ashfaq Ahmed is 1497316947. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 25, 2019.

Where is Ashfaq Ahmed located?

Ashfaq Ahmed practices at 462 Grider St, Buffalo, NY 14215. The listed phone number is (716) 898-3000.

What is Ashfaq Ahmed's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Ashfaq Ahmed enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ashfaq 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.

Is Ashfaq Ahmed affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ashfaq Ahmed is affiliated with Kaleida Health, Sisters Of Charity Hospital and Erie County Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ashfaq Ahmed was last updated on November 17, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.