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DR. SHIHAB AHMED MBBS
NPI 1821088451
Anesthesiology - Pain Medicine in Boston, MA

Active since October 25, 2005PECOS Enrolled
55 FRUIT ST, CLN 309 ANESTHESIA ASSOCIATES, BOSTON, MA 02114(617) 726-3030(617) 724-8500 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Shihab Ahmed Mbbs NPPES

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

DR. SHIHAB AHMED MBBS (NPI 1821088451) is an individual pain medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (150818) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821088451
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207LP2900X
Provider Legal NameDR. SHIHAB AHMEDCredential: MBBS
Location Address55 FRUIT ST, CLN 309 ANESTHESIA ASSOCIATESBoston, MA 02114-2621
Mailing AddressPo Box 9142, Mass General Physician OrganizationCharlestown, MA 02129-9142 · (617) 724-0287 · Fax (617) 726-2894
Fax(617) 724-8500
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateOctober 25, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
NPI 1821088451 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207LP2900X
License Licensed in MA · 150818
Definition
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
55 FRUIT ST, Boston, MA 02114

Other Identifiers 3

Other150818MA · Tufts Health Plan
Medicaid3165841MA
OtherJ17631MA · Bcbs Ma

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Shihab Ahmed Mbbs 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 ID7214900901
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040819000929, I20041206000131
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 11

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.

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes 99443
This service involves a 21-30 minute phone conversation with a physician. It's a chance for you to discuss your health concerns, symptoms or treatment plans. It's similar to an in-person consultation, but conducted over the phone for your convenience and safety.
165 services93 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.
113 services104 patients
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323
This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.
67 services54 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.
65 services46 patients
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323
This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.
31 services26 patients
Injection of trigger points, 3 or more muscles 20553
Trigger point injection therapy involves injecting medication into specific areas of your muscles, known as trigger points. These are areas that produce pain and discomfort. If you have three or more muscles affected, each will be treated individually.
22 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Massachusetts General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220071
Location55 Fruit StreetBoston, MA 02114 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Brigham And Women's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220110
Location75 Francis StreetBoston, MA 02115 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Nantucket Cottage Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Nantucket, MA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220177
Location57 Prospect StreetNantucket, MA 02554 · Nantucket County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Anesthesiology
55 FRUIT ST, GRAY-BIGELOW 444
BOSTON, MA 02114
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
55 FRUIT ST, DIVISION OF INFECTIOUS DISEASE, GRJ-504
BOSTON, MA 02114
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
55 FRUIT ST, BIGALOW 852 F
BOSTON, MA 02114
Nurse Practitioner
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
55 FRUIT ST
BOSTON, MA 02114

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 Shihab Ahmed's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shihab Ahmed is 1821088451. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 25, 2005.

Where is Shihab Ahmed located?

Shihab Ahmed practices at 55 Fruit St Cln 309 Anesthesia Associates, Boston, MA 02114. The listed phone number is (617) 726-3030.

What is Shihab Ahmed's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology, specializing in Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 207LP2900X.

Is Shihab Ahmed enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shihab Ahmed 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 Shihab Ahmed affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Shihab Ahmed is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham And Women's Hospital and Nantucket Cottage Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shihab Ahmed was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 days 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.