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TALHA AHMED MD
NPI 1598288201
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology in Houston, TX

Active since July 25, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
11920 ASTORIA BLVD STE 400, HOUSTON, TX 77089(713) 483-0996 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 4, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: May 4, 2026, Jul 21, 2022, Jul 25, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Talha Ahmed Md NPPES

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

TALHA AHMED MD (NPI 1598288201) is an individual interventional cardiology provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (U6435) and active in the NPI registry since July 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598288201
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0011X
Provider Legal NameTALHA AHMEDCredential: MD
Location Address11920 ASTORIA BLVD STE 400Houston, TX 77089-6097
Mailing Address11920 Astoria Blvd Ste 400Houston, TX 77089-6097 · (713) 483-0996
Phone(713) 483-0996
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJuly 25, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateMay 4, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 4, 2026
✔ NPI 1598288201 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Interventional CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0011X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · U6435✔ Licensed in GA · 111093
Definition
An area of medicine within the subspecialty of cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
11920 ASTORIA BLVD STE 400, Houston, TX 77089
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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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Talha 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 ID345593786
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240509000964, I20250203002562
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.
153 services148 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 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.
43 services25 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.
36 services36 patients
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.
14 services14 patients
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.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450068
Location6411 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hermann Hospital System

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450184
Location1635 North Loop WestHouston, TX 77008 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77089 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
$102.71 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

DR. FURQAN AHMED RAJPUT M.D., M.S.
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
11920 ASTORIA BLVD STE 400
HOUSTON, TX 77089
Harris County (713) 486-0996

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 Talha Ahmed's NPI number?

The NPI number for Talha Ahmed is 1598288201. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 25, 2017.

Where is Talha Ahmed located?

Talha Ahmed practices at 11920 Astoria Blvd Ste 400, Houston, TX 77089. The listed phone number is (713) 483-0996.

What is Talha Ahmed's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RI0011X.

Is Talha Ahmed enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Talha 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 Talha Ahmed accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 4 other insurers list Talha 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.

Is Talha Ahmed affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Talha Ahmed is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Hospital System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Talha Ahmed was last updated on May 4, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.