DR. ASIMA N AHMAD D.O.
NPI 1629346408
Family Medicine - Obesity Medicine in Allentown, PA

Active since December 07, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 2200, ALLENTOWN, PA 18103(610) 402-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 21, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: May 21, 2025, Jul 10, 2023, Apr 13, 2023 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dr. Asima N Ahmad D.o. NPPES

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

DR. ASIMA N AHMAD D.O. (NPI 1629346408) is an individual obesity medicine provider in Allentown, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (OS017397) and active in the NPI registry since December 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Ephrata.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629346408
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207QB0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. ASIMA N AHMADCredential: D.O.
Location Address1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 2200Allentown, PA 18103-6268
Mailing Address1635 Stone Tavern BlvdAllentown, PA 18104-2000 · (201) 936-5174 · Fax (717) 859-2898
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNew York College Of Osteo Medicine Of New York Institute Of TechnologyGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateDecember 7, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateMay 21, 20255 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 21, 2025
✔ NPI 1629346408 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Obesity MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207QB0002X
License✔ Licensed in PA · OS017397
Definition
A family medicine physician who specializes in the treatment of obesity demonstrates competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to obesity. The obesity medicine physician employs therapeutic interventions including diet, physical activity, behavioral change, and pharmacotherapy. The obesity medicine physician utilizes a comprehensive approach, and may include additional resources such as dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals and bariatric surgeons as indicated to achieve optimal results. Additionally, the obesity medicine physician maintains competency in providing pre- peri- and post-surgical care of bariatric surgery patients, promotes the prevention of obesity, and advocates for those who suffer from obesity.
Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License 11-6037195 (NY), OS017397 (PA)
Also ListedPreventive Medicine · Obesity MedicineTaxonomy 2083B0002X · License OS017397 (PA)
1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 2200, Allentown, PA 18103

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 14131A Oregon PikeEphrata, PA 17522-9550 · Phone (717) 859-1123 · Fax (717) 859-2898

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Asima N Ahmad D.o. 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 ID7416265335
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150925002405
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Asima Ahmad reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD, SUITE 2800
Allentown, PA 18103
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 2,895 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
700 EAST BROAD STREET
Hazleton, PA 18201
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 305 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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 office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 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.
132 services45 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 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.
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.

Lehigh Valley Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Allentown, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390133
Location1200 South Cedar Crest BoulevardAllentown, PA 18103 · Lehigh County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton

Acute Care Hospitals · Hazleton, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number390185
Location700 East Broad StreetHazleton, PA 18201 · Luzerne County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 18103 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
$84.88 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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 13

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 2200
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Dietitian, Registered
1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 2200
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Dietitian, Registered
1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 2200
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Family Medicine (Obesity Medicine)
1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 2200
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Dietitian, Registered
1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 2200
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 2200
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Internal Medicine (Obesity Medicine)
1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 2200
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
Internal Medicine (Obesity Medicine)
1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD STE 2200
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103

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 Asima Ahmad's NPI number?

The NPI number for Asima Ahmad is 1629346408. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 7, 2011.

Where is Asima Ahmad located?

Asima Ahmad practices at 1243 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 2200, Allentown, PA 18103. The listed phone number is (610) 402-5000.

What is Asima Ahmad's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Obesity Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QB0002X.

Is Asima Ahmad enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Asima Ahmad 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Asima Ahmad's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Asima Ahmad reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Lehigh Valley Physician Group (Allentown, PA) and Hazleton Professional Services (Hazleton, PA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Asima Ahmad's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Asima Ahmad accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan list Asima Ahmad 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 Asima Ahmad affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Asima Ahmad is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Asima Ahmad was last updated on May 21, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 months 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.