DR. SHAHAB AHMAD DO
NPI 1669649596
Internal Medicine in Corpus Christi, TX

NPI Status: Active since May 09, 2008

Contact Information

2735 AIRLINE RD OFC
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
ZIP 78414
Phone: (361) 992-0816

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Internal Medicine
  • Accepts Insurance
  • PECOS Enrolled
  • Medicare Quality Reporting

About SHAHAB AHMAD

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Shahab Ahmad, an internist established in Corpus Christi, Texas with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1669649596 assigned on May 2008. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207R00000X with license number N7046 (TX). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 3 years ago.

NPI
1669649596
Provider Name
DR. SHAHAB AHMAD DO
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
2735 AIRLINE RD OFC CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78414
Location Phone
(361) 992-0816
Mailing Address
2735 AIRLINE RD CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78414
Mailing Phone
(361) 992-0816
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
05-09-2008
Last Update Date
05-23-2023
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An internist like Shahab Ahmad is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Internal Medicine

Taxonomy Code
207R00000X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
N7046
License State
TX
Taxonomy Description
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Secondary Taxonomies

The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.

No. Taxonomy Code Type Classification /
Specialization
License No. (State)
1207R00000XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Internal Medicine

252617 (NY)

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Blue Advantage Bronze HMO? 204 - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Bronze HMO? 301 - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Bronze HMO? Standard - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Gold HMO? 206 - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Gold HMO? 603 - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Gold HMO? Standard - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Plus Bronze? 303 - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Bronze? 305 - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Bronze? Standard - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Gold? 203 - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Gold? 803 - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Gold? Standard - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Silver? 202 - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Silver? 605 - POS
  • Blue Advantage Plus Silver? Standard - POS
  • Blue Advantage Security HMO? 200 - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Silver HMO? 205 - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Silver HMO? 801 - HMO
  • Blue Advantage Silver HMO? Standard - HMO
  • Bronze Classic 4700 - EPO
  • Bronze Classic Standard - EPO
  • Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - EPO
  • Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits - EPO
  • Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM - EPO
  • Bronze Simple Diabetes - EPO
  • Gold Classic - EPO
  • Gold Classic Guided Care - HMO
  • Gold Classic Standard - EPO
  • Gold Classic Standard Guided Care - HMO
  • Gold Elite - EPO
  • Gold Simple Diabetes Guided Care - HMO
  • Gold Simple Guided Care - HMO
  • Silver Classic - EPO
  • Silver Classic Standard - EPO
  • Silver Classic Standard Guided Care - HMO
  • Silver Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits Guided Care - HMO
  • Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM Guided Care - HMO
  • Silver Simple Diabetes Guided Care - HMO
  • Silver Simple Guided Care - HMO

*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Shahab Ahmad is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Orthotic Devices

  • DME-Orthotic Devices (DF000N)

    Insertion tray with drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, two-way latex with coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer or hydrophilic, etc.) (HCPCS:A4314)

    2 DME suppliers used 41 Medicare Claims 41 Services Paid

  • DME-Orthotic Devices (DF000N)

    Urinary catheter anchoring device, leg strap, each (HCPCS:A4334)

    2 DME suppliers used 44 Medicare Claims 44 Services Paid

  • DME-Orthotic Devices (DF000N)

    Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each (HCPCS:A4357)

    2 DME suppliers used 44 Medicare Claims 46 Services Paid

Durable Medical Equipment

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA000N)

    Tape, non-waterproof, per 18 square inches (HCPCS:A4450)

    1 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 2120 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA000N)

    Tape, waterproof, per 18 square inches (HCPCS:A4452)

    1 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 2500 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

    Alginate or other fiber gelling dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, each dressing (HCPCS:A6196)

    1 DME suppliers used 44 Medicare Claims 1404 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

    Composite dressing, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6203)

    1 DME suppliers used 26 Medicare Claims 468 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

    Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6209)

    1 DME suppliers used 20 Medicare Claims 370 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

    Foam dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, with any size adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6212)

    1 DME suppliers used 36 Medicare Claims 384 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

    Gauze, impregnated with other than water, normal saline, or hydrogel, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6222)

    1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 282 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

    Hydrogel dressing, wound filler, gel, per fluid ounce (HCPCS:A6248)

    1 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 41 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

    Specialty absorptive dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6252)

    1 DME suppliers used 21 Medicare Claims 892 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

    Conforming bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, sterile, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard (HCPCS:A6446)

    1 DME suppliers used 32 Medicare Claims 4569 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

    Light compression bandage, elastic, knitted/woven, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard (HCPCS:A6449)

    1 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 1600 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE000N)

    Iv pole (HCPCS:E0776)

    1 DME suppliers used 16 Medicare Claims 16 Services Paid

  • DME-Wheelchairs (DD000N)

    Standard wheelchair (HCPCS:K0001)

    4 DME suppliers used 98 Medicare Claims 98 Services Paid

Unknown

  • Other-Enteral and Parenteral (OB006N)

    Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape (HCPCS:B4035)

    3 DME suppliers used 41 Medicare Claims 1226 Services Paid

  • Other-Enteral and Parenteral (OB006N)

    Enteral formula, nutritionally complete with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit (HCPCS:B4150)

    2 DME suppliers used 33 Medicare Claims 15987 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

This service was performed 96 times for 85 patients

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

This service was performed 30 times for 30 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

This service was performed 47 times for 47 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

This service was performed 400 times for 123 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 15 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

This service was performed 155 times for 110 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

This service was performed 162 times for 91 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

This service was performed 99 times for 73 patients

Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 35 minutes

A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.

This service was performed 29 times for 26 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is a daily check-up to monitor your health status. This service, lasting typically 25 minutes, involves a nurse assessing your overall wellbeing, discussing concerns, and updating your care plan as needed.

This service was performed 13 times for 13 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit is a daily check-up to monitor your health status. This service, lasting typically 25 minutes, involves a nurse assessing your overall wellbeing, discussing concerns, and updating your care plan as needed.

This service was performed 14 times for 14 patients

Initial nursing facility visit per day, typically 35 minutes

An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.

This service was performed 99 times for 95 patients

Nursing facility discharge day management, 30 minutes or less

Nursing facility discharge day management involves organizing your transition from the nursing facility to your home or another facility. This service, taking 30 minutes or less, includes finalizing medical instructions, arranging follow-up care, and answering any questions.

This service was performed 13 times for 13 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 78414 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204

  • Average New Patient Price $126.4
  • Minimum New Patient Price $54.84
  • Maximum New Patient Price $166.88
  • Average New Patient Copayment $31.6
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.71
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $41.72

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $97.05
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $17.52
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $136.11
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $24.26
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.38
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $34.02

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Quality Reporting

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.

Quality Measure Performance Number of Patients
Care Plan 100% 230
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker or provide an advance care plan

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1669649596, we treat the final digit (6) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 74. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 74 = 6).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
6
Unchanged
Pos 3
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 4
9
Unchanged
Pos 5
6
Doubled → 12 → 1 + 2
Pos 6
4
Unchanged
Pos 7
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Pos 8
5
Unchanged
Pos 9
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Check
6
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 6 → 12 → 3 6 → 12 → 3 9 → 18 → 9 9 → 18 → 9

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 6 + 1 + 2 + 9 + 1 + 2 + 4 + 1 + 8 + 5 + 1 + 8 + 24 = 74

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 74 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.

80 - 74 = 6
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 6, which matches the last digit of 1669649596.

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1669649596, enumerated as an "individual" on May 09, 2008.

The provider is located at 2735 AIRLINE RD OFC CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78414 and the phone number is (361) 992-0816.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Oscar. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.