DR. SAFDAR ALI AKBAR MD
NPI 1508027434
Emergency Medicine in Bronx, NY

Active since June 23, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
234 E 149TH ST, BRONX, NY 10451(718) 579-6010 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 24, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Safdar Ali Akbar Md NPPES

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

DR. SAFDAR ALI AKBAR MD (NPI 1508027434) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Bronx, New York, licensed in New York (249018) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Berkeley Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508027434
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SAFDAR ALI AKBARCredential: MD
Location Address234 E 149TH STBronx, NY 10451-5504
Mailing Address1202 Baker Pl S, Apt 14Frederick, MD 21702-4623 · (501) 960-6635
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Arkansas College Of MedicineGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateJune 23, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 24, 2021
NPPES CertifiedDecember 24, 2021
NPI 1508027434 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses Licensed in NY · 249018 Licensed in WV · 30735
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Also ListedEmergency Medicine · Sports MedicineTaxonomy 207PS0010X · License 249018 (NY)
234 E 149TH ST, Bronx, NY 10451

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

Dr. Safdar Ali Akbar 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 ID9830255462
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220120002734
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 5

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
310 services284 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
262 services248 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
161 services156 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
79 services78 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
44 services43 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Berkeley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Martinsburg, WV
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510008
Location2500 Hospital DriveMartinsburg, WV 25401 · Berkeley County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Potomac Valley Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Keyser, WV
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number511315
Location100 Pin Oak LaneKeyser, WV 26726 · Mineral County
Emergency services

Jefferson Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Ranson, WV
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number511319
Location300 South Preston StreetRanson, WV 25438 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10451 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
$105.06 typical visit price
range $67.40 – $203.53
Typical copayment $26.26 (range $16.85 – $50.88)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$117.62 typical visit price
range $21.66 – $164.45
Typical copayment $29.40 (range $5.41 – $41.11)
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.

94.1/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality78.46
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.

Emergency Medicine
234 E 149TH ST
BRONX, NY 10451
Dermatology
234 E 149TH ST
BRONX, NY 10451
Emergency Medicine
234 E 149TH ST
BRONX, NY 10451
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
234 E 149TH ST
BRONX, NY 10451
Social Worker (Clinical)
234 E 149TH ST
BRONX, NY 10451
Emergency Medicine
234 E 149TH ST
BRONX, NY 10451
Physician Assistant
234 E 149TH ST
BRONX, NY 10451
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
234 E 149TH ST
BRONX, NY 10451

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 Safdar Akbar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Safdar Akbar is 1508027434. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2008.

Where is Safdar Akbar located?

Safdar Akbar practices at 234 E 149th St, Bronx, NY 10451. The listed phone number is (718) 579-6010.

What is Safdar Akbar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Safdar Akbar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Safdar Akbar 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 Safdar Akbar accept?

Health plans from CareSource list Safdar Akbar 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 Safdar Akbar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Safdar Akbar is affiliated with Berkeley Medical Center, Potomac Valley Hospital and Jefferson Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Safdar Akbar was last updated on December 24, 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.