MEERA BAJWA M.D.
NPI 1639357841
Specialist in Altoona, PA

Active since February 11, 2008PECOS Enrolled
10.32/100
CMS Quality Rating
501 HOWARD AVE, STE D 204, ALTOONA, PA 16601(814) 944-2107(814) 944-6208 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 10, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Meera Bajwa M.d. NPPES

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

MEERA BAJWA M.D. (NPI 1639357841) is an individual specialist in Altoona, Pennsylvania, licensed in California (A83248) and active in the NPI registry since February 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Michigan Medical School (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1639357841
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy174400000X
Provider Legal NameMEERA BAJWACredential: M.D.
Location Address501 HOWARD AVE, STE D 204Altoona, PA 16601-4810
Mailing Address501 Howard Ave, Ste D 204Altoona, PA 16601-4810 · (814) 944-2107 · Fax (814) 944-6208
Fax(814) 944-6208
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateFebruary 11, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateMay 10, 2012
NPI 1639357841 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySpecialistOther Service Providers
Taxonomy Code174400000X
License Licensed in CA · A83248
Definition
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
501 HOWARD AVE, Altoona, PA 16601

Other Identifiers 2

Other2018170PA · Blue Shield
Medicare UPINI33494PA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Meera Bajwa M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID8022045293
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200504000379
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 16

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.

Injection, epoetin alfa-epbx, biosimilar, (retacrit) (for non-esrd use), 1000 units Q5106
Epoetin alfa-epbx (Retacrit) is a biosimilar injection used for non-ESRD (End-Stage Renal Disease). It helps your body make more red blood cells, increasing your energy and well-being. It's usually given under the skin or into a vein by a healthcare professional.
460 services12 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.
246 services89 patients
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.
217 services144 patients
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90961
Dialysis is a treatment that performs the function of healthy kidneys if they're not working properly. It removes waste and excess fluid from your blood. 2-3 physician visits per month are recommended for monitoring your health and adjusting your treatment as needed. This service is available for those aged 20 years and older.
89 services52 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
71 services41 patients
Dialysis services, 1 physician visit per month (20 years or older) 90962
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can’t do their job. A physician visit once a month ensures your treatment is working effectively and adjusts it if necessary. This service is available for individuals aged 20 years and older.
71 services40 patients

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.

10.32/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0
Cost34.41

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
99%154 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%803 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
75%177 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
94%175 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
36%167 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
98%529 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for unhealthy alcohol use using a systematic screening method at least once within the last 24 months AND who received brief counseling if identified as an unhealthy alcohol user
100%208 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
100%167 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
4%167 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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
501 HOWARD AVE, F2
ALTOONA, PA 16601
Pharmacist
501 HOWARD AVE, BLDG G
ALTOONA, PA 16601
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
501 HOWARD AVE, SUITE D204
ALTOONA, PA 16601
Physician Assistant
501 HOWARD AVE, SUITE B204
ALTOONA, PA 16601
Audiologist
501 HOWARD AVE, D203
ALTOONA, PA 16601
Counselor (Mental Health)
501 HOWARD AVE
ALTOONA, PA 16601
Family Medicine
501 HOWARD AVE, SUITE F2
ALTOONA, PA 16601
Obstetrics & Gynecology
501 HOWARD AVE, ALLEGHENY FAMILY PHYSICIANS
ALTOONA, PA 16601

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 Meera Bajwa's NPI number?

The NPI number for Meera Bajwa is 1639357841. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 11, 2008.

Where is Meera Bajwa located?

Meera Bajwa practices at 501 Howard Ave Ste D 204, Altoona, PA 16601. The listed phone number is (814) 944-2107.

What is Meera Bajwa's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

Is Meera Bajwa enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Meera Bajwa is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Meera Bajwa was last updated on May 10, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.