AHMED M SAKKAL MD
NPI 1508848227
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Charleston, WV

Q: What is Ahmed Sakkal's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ahmed Sakkal is 1508848227. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 17, 2005.

Q: What is Ahmed Sakkal's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ahmed Sakkal was last updated on August 22, 2014. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since November 17, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

90.11/100

CMS Quality Rating

331 LAIDLEY ST, SUITE 406, CHARLESTON, WV 25301(304) 344-0186(304) 344-0188 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 22, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

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About Ahmed M Sakkal Md NPPES

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

AHMED M SAKKAL MD (NPI 1508848227) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Charleston, West Virginia, licensed in West Virginia (16395) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Charleston Area Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1977).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508848227

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X

Provider Legal NameAHMED M SAKKALCredential: MD

Location Address331 LAIDLEY ST, SUITE 406Charleston, WV 25301-1619

Mailing Address331 Laidley St, Suite 406Charleston, WV 25301-1619 · (304) 344-0186 · Fax (304) 344-0188

Phone(304) 344-0186

Fax(304) 344-0188

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1977

Enumeration DateNovember 17, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 22, 2014

✔ NPI 1508848227 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RC0000X

License✔ Licensed in WV · 16395

Definition

An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.

331 LAIDLEY ST, Charleston, WV 25301

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified4027931WV

Medicare UPINE60878WV

Medicaid1801046000WV

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia.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

Ahmed M Sakkal 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 ID9133152051

PECOS Enrollment IDI20051221000566

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 20

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.

612 services416 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

494 services55 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

250 services105 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

213 services87 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.

189 services170 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 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.

153 services65 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

120 services70 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

96 services87 patients

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306

48 services46 patients

Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect 78452

Nuclear medicine studies of the heart involve two parts: rest and stress. During rest, images are taken of your heart at ease. During stress, images are taken after exercise or medication-induced stress. SPECT is a special imaging technique providing 3D pictures of your heart, helping identify any issues.

46 services46 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician 93016

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG involves monitoring your heart's activity while it's under stress, either from exercise or medication. A doctor supervises the entire procedure to ensure safety and accuracy in results. This test helps detect heart problems.

46 services46 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician 93018

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure to assess how your heart functions under stress. It can involve exercising or medication to make your heart work harder while an ECG records its activity. A physician reviews the results.

46 services46 patients

Technetium tc-99m sestamibi, diagnostic, per study dose A9500

Technetium Tc-99m Sestamibi is a diagnostic test used to create images of your heart or breast tissues. It involves a safe radioactive substance injection that helps doctors to detect any abnormalities or changes in these tissues.

22 services11 patients

Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) 80061

A lipid panel is a blood test that measures fats and fatty substances, such as cholesterol and triglycerides. These substances are used by your body as a source of energy. High levels can lead to health issues, including heart disease.

20 services18 patients

Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow 93880

An ultrasound of the head and neck blood flow is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of blood vessels. It helps detect abnormalities like blockages or clots, ensuring optimal blood flow.

18 services17 patients

Review by radiologist of abdominal aorta image 75625

This is a procedure where a radiologist, a doctor specialized in medical imaging, examines an image of your abdominal aorta. The abdominal aorta is the large blood vessel that carries blood to your lower body. The radiologist checks for any abnormalities to ensure your overall vascular health.

16 services16 patients

Ultrasound of heart with probe in esophagus, with report 93312

This procedure, called a transesophageal echocardiogram, uses a small probe passed into your esophagus to capture detailed images of your heart. The report provides information about your heart's structure and function.

16 services12 patients

Injection for imaging of aorta above heart valve with review by radiologist 93567

This procedure involves injecting a special dye into your bloodstream to enhance the visibility of your aorta on imaging scans. A radiologist then reviews these images to assess the health of your aorta, which is the main artery from your heart.

16 services16 patients

Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect 78452

11 services11 patients

Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision and review by physician 93015

An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure performed by a doctor to assess how your heart responds to exertion. It involves monitoring your heart's electrical activity while you exercise or after medication is given to mimic exercise effects.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Charleston Area Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, WV

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number510022

Location501 Morris StreetCharleston, WV 25301 · Kanawha County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 25301 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

$124.46 typical visit price

range $53.20 – $164.59

Typical copayment $31.11 (range $13.30 – $41.14)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$66.84 typical visit price

range $16.47 – $133.29

Typical copayment $16.71 (range $4.11 – $33.32)

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.

90.11/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

66.96

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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.

BASSAM MOUSHMOUSH MD

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

331 LAIDLEY ST, SUITE 331
CHARLESTON, WV 25301

Kanawha County (304) 347-2042

DR. RODNEY L STEPHENS M.D.

Obstetrics & Gynecology

331 LAIDLEY ST, SUITE 204
CHARLESTON, WV 25301

Kanawha County (304) 344-0526

FRANK J TRUPO MD

Specialist

331 LAIDLEY ST, SUITE 510
CHARLESTON, WV 25301

Kanawha County (304) 346-4444

MILDRED C DURANT CRNA

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered

331 LAIDLEY ST, SUITE 606
CHARLESTON, WV 25301

Kanawha County (304) 344-0096

CARRIE A LAKIN DPM INC

Podiatrist

331 LAIDLEY ST, SUITE 602
CHARLESTON, WV 25301

Kanawha County (304) 347-3668

FRANK J. TRUPO

Legal Medicine

331 LAIDLEY ST, SUITE 510
CHARLESTON, WV 25301

Kanawha County (304) 346-4444

CARRIE A LAKIN DPM

Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)

331 LAIDLEY ST, SUITE 602
CHARLESTON, WV 25301

Kanawha County (304) 347-3668

OMAR HALLAK MD

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

331 LAIDLEY ST, SUITE 402
CHARLESTON, WV 25301

Kanawha County (304) 345-2090

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 Ahmed Sakkal's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ahmed Sakkal is 1508848227. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 17, 2005.

Where is Ahmed Sakkal located?

Ahmed Sakkal practices at 331 Laidley St Suite 406, Charleston, WV 25301. The listed phone number is (304) 344-0186.

What is Ahmed Sakkal's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Ahmed Sakkal enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ahmed Sakkal 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 Ahmed Sakkal accept?

Health plans from Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia list Ahmed Sakkal 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 Ahmed Sakkal affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ahmed Sakkal is affiliated with Charleston Area Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ahmed Sakkal was last updated on August 22, 2014. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.