SHUAIB AKHTAR MD
NPI 1639174030
Anesthesiology in Newark, NJ

Q: What is Shuaib Akhtar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shuaib Akhtar is 1639174030. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 14, 2005.

Q: What is Shuaib Akhtar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shuaib Akhtar was last updated on March 6, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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 14, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

268 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, NEWARK, NJ 07102(973) 877-5034(973) 877-5231 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 6, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Shuaib Akhtar Md NPPES

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

SHUAIB AKHTAR MD (NPI 1639174030) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Newark, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (MA58588) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Joseph's University Medical Center Inc, and is a graduate of Other (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639174030

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameSHUAIB AKHTARCredential: MD

Location Address268 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVDNewark, NJ 07102-2011

Mailing Address3998 Fair Ridge Dr, Suite 300Fairfax, VA 22033-2921 · (703) 295-9360 · Fax (703) 766-9725

Phone(973) 877-5034

Fax(973) 877-5231

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986

Enumeration DateJune 14, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 6, 2015

✔ NPI 1639174030 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in NJ · MA58588

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

268 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, Newark, NJ 07102

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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINF69923

Medicare PIN449711YU0MNJ

Medicaid6001807NJ

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

Shuaib Akhtar 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 ID8325233372

PECOS Enrollment IDI20101116000652

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.

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922

Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.

25 services24 patients

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

23 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Joseph's University Medical Center Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Paterson, NJ

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number310019

Location703 Main StPaterson, NJ 07503 · Passaic County

Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 15

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

MRS. IMELDA DE VERA GUIMARY NP

Nurse Practitioner

268 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
NEWARK, NJ 07102

Essex County (201) 512-9494

DR. GHASSAN M CHEHADE MD

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

268 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
NEWARK, NJ 07102

Essex County (973) 687-7834

DR. JULIAN ENTRADA MD

Anesthesiology

268 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
NEWARK, NJ 07102

Essex County (973) 877-5034

DR. ROYLAND TAN MD

Anesthesiology

268 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
NEWARK, NJ 07102

Essex County (973) 877-5034

DR. ROGER COOPER MD

Specialist

268 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, ST MICHAEL INFECTIOUS DISEASE
NEWARK, NJ 07102

Essex County (973) 877-2586

VINAYAK D. BODAS

Pediatrics

268 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
NEWARK, NJ 07102

Essex County (973) 623-0606

DONNA E RYAN

Physician Assistant (Medical)

268 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
NEWARK, NJ 07102

Essex County (973) 877-5414

DR. PANSON WEI M.D.

Anesthesiology

268 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
NEWARK, NJ 07102

Essex County (973) 877-5320

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 Shuaib Akhtar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shuaib Akhtar is 1639174030. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 14, 2005.

Where is Shuaib Akhtar located?

Shuaib Akhtar practices at 268 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Newark, NJ 07102. The listed phone number is (973) 877-5034.

What is Shuaib Akhtar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Shuaib Akhtar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shuaib Akhtar 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 Shuaib Akhtar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Shuaib Akhtar is affiliated with St Joseph's University Medical Center Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shuaib Akhtar was last updated on March 6, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.