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SHAFQAT M. AKHTAR MD
NPI 1700960788
Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology in Red Bluff, CA

Active since October 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2340 LIBERTY PKWY STE 200, RED BLUFF, CA 96080(530) 529-6010(530) 527-7308 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 3, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 3, 2025, Nov 7, 2023, Dec 13, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

About Shafqat M. Akhtar Md NPPES

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

SHAFQAT M. AKHTAR MD (NPI 1700960788) is an individual medical oncology provider in Red Bluff, California, licensed in California (A45081) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1979).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700960788
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RX0202X
Provider Legal NameSHAFQAT M. AKHTARCredential: MD
Location Address2340 LIBERTY PKWY STE 200Red Bluff, CA 96080-4350
Mailing Address2340 Liberty Pkwy Ste 200Red Bluff, CA 96080-4350 · (530) 529-6010 · Fax (530) 527-7308
Phone(530) 529-6010
Fax(530) 527-7308
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1979
Enumeration DateOctober 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 3, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 3, 2025
✔ NPI 1700960788 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Medical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RX0202X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A45081
Definition
An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.
2340 LIBERTY PKWY STE 200, Red Bluff, CA 96080
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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

Shafqat M. 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 ID4880880202
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101124000979
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 3

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 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.
304 services98 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.
68 services17 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
38 services38 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 96080 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
$176.60 typical visit price
range $58.87 – $176.60
Typical copayment $44.15 (range $14.71 – $44.15)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$103.36 typical visit price
range $19.28 – $144.60
Typical copayment $25.84 (range $4.82 – $36.15)
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

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

DIGNITY HEALTH
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
2340 LIBERTY PKWY STE 200
RED BLUFF, CA 96080
Tehama County (530) 529-7760

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 Shafqat Akhtar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shafqat Akhtar is 1700960788. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 25, 2006.

Where is Shafqat Akhtar located?

Shafqat Akhtar practices at 2340 Liberty Pkwy Ste 200, Red Bluff, CA 96080. The listed phone number is (530) 529-6010.

What is Shafqat Akhtar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Medical Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RX0202X.

Is Shafqat Akhtar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shafqat 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shafqat Akhtar was last updated on September 3, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.