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DR. BEHZAD AHKAMI MD
NPI 1649469321
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Wayne, NJ

Active since October 18, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
506 HAMBURG TPKE, SUITE 103, WAYNE, NJ 07470(973) 471-5444(973) 778-0848 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 27, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Behzad Ahkami Md NPPES

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

DR. BEHZAD AHKAMI MD (NPI 1649469321) is an individual psychiatry provider in Wayne, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (25MA04650600) and active in the NPI registry since October 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1969).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649469321
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. BEHZAD AHKAMICredential: MD
Location Address506 HAMBURG TPKE, SUITE 103Wayne, NJ 07470-2068
Mailing Address506 Hamburg Tpke, Suite 103Wayne, NJ 07470-2068 · (973) 471-5444 · Fax (973) 778-0848
Phone(973) 471-5444
Fax(973) 778-0848
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1969
Enumeration DateOctober 18, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 27, 2013
✔ NPI 1649469321 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MA04650600
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
506 HAMBURG TPKE, Wayne, NJ 07470
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Dr. Behzad Ahkami Md

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare PIN521080NJ

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Behzad Ahkami 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 ID547231870
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040802001044
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Behzad Ahkami reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Barnabas Health Medical Group, PC
14 mi
Specialist
95 OLD SHORT HILLS RD
West Orange, NJ 07052
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • 757 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1447206420 (888) 724-7123

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.
365 services67 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
309 services64 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07470 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
$190.92 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $47.73 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$79.09 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $19.77 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

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.
99%125 patients4/55-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.
96%778 patients4/55-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.
0%762 patients1/55-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.
23%298 patients1/55-star benchmark: 99%
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…
53%125 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%
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…
65%298 patients3/55-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…
1%298 patients1/55-star benchmark: 59%
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 8

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

GLOW DENTAL SPA P.C.
Dentist
506 HAMBURG TPKE, SUITE 101
WAYNE, NJ 07470
Passaic County (973) 942-6550
COMMUNITY OPTIONS ENTERPRISES, INC.
Day Training, Developmentally Disabled Services
506 HAMBURG TPKE
WAYNE, NJ 07470
Passaic County (973) 905-4022
MS. LINDA HEISER MS RD
Dietitian, Registered
506 HAMBURG TPKE, #209
WAYNE, NJ 07470
Passaic County (631) 839-1880
KASHOQA PSYCHIATRY ASSOCIATES PC
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
506 HAMBURG TPKE, SUITE 203
WAYNE, NJ 07470
Passaic County (973) 633-1996
DR. TATYANA KAMINAR DDS
Dentist (General Practice)
506 HAMBURG TPKE, SUITE 206
WAYNE, NJ 07470
Passaic County (973) 423-1200
GARDEN STATE COUNSELING, INC
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
506 HAMBURG TPKE, SUITE 209
WAYNE, NJ 07470
Passaic County (631) 839-1880
TATYANA KAMINAR ,DDS PC
Dentist (General Practice)
506 HAMBURG TPKE, SUITE 206
WAYNE, NJ 07470
Passaic County (973) 423-1200
AMER H KASHOQA M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
506 HAMBURG TPKE, SUITE 203
WAYNE, NJ 07470
Passaic County (973) 633-1996

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 Behzad Ahkami's NPI number?

The NPI number for Behzad Ahkami is 1649469321. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 18, 2007. The provider is also known as Dr. Behzad Ahkami MD.

Where is Behzad Ahkami located?

Behzad Ahkami practices at 506 Hamburg Tpke Suite 103, Wayne, NJ 07470. The listed phone number is (973) 471-5444.

What is Behzad Ahkami's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Behzad Ahkami enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Behzad Ahkami 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 organization bills Medicare for Behzad Ahkami's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Behzad Ahkami reassigns Medicare benefits to Barnabas Health Medical Group, PC (West Orange, NJ). The 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 Behzad Ahkami's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Behzad Ahkami accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health list Behzad Ahkami 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Behzad Ahkami was last updated on September 27, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.