MUHAMMAD WAQAS KHAN M.D.
NPI 1861927386
Neurological Surgery in Harlingen, TX

Q: What is Muhammad Khan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Muhammad Khan is 1861927386. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 21, 2017.

Q: What is Muhammad Khan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Muhammad Khan was last updated on January 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.

Active since April 21, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

81.93/100

CMS Quality Rating

2222 VELA DR, HARLINGEN, TX 78550(956) 804-5851 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 23, 2026, Mar 14, 2025, Feb 25, 2025 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Muhammad Waqas Khan M.d. NPPES

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

MUHAMMAD WAQAS KHAN M.D. (NPI 1861927386) is an individual neurological surgery provider in Harlingen, Texas, licensed in Texas (V5786) and active in the NPI registry since April 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company Llc, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861927386

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207T00000X

Provider Legal NameMUHAMMAD WAQAS KHANCredential: M.D.

Location Address2222 VELA DRHarlingen, TX 78550-8981

Mailing AddressPo Box 5730Belfast, ME 04915-5700

Phone(956) 804-5851

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011

Enumeration DateApril 21, 2017

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 23, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 23, 2026

✔ NPI 1861927386 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207T00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · V5786

Definition

A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

2222 VELA DR, Harlingen, TX 78550

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Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 1University Of Massachusetts 55 north Lake Ave, NeurologyWorcester, MA 01655 · Phone (508) 856-3083

Location 21625 Medical Center DrEl Paso, TX 79902-5005 · Phone (915) 747-4000

Location 33280 Joe Battle BlvdEl Paso, TX 79938-2622 · Phone (915) 832-2000

Location 4University Of Tennessee 9 20 Madison Ave Ste 447Memphis, TN 38163-0001 · Phone (901) 448-5814

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

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

Muhammad Waqas Khan M.d. 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 ID5193076420

PECOS Enrollment IDI20221021001945, I20250131000147

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 6

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

91 services59 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

66 services36 patients

Critical care, each additional 30 minutes 99292

Critical care refers to special attention given to patients facing life-threatening conditions. Each additional 30 minutes indicates the extension of this specialized care. This might include close monitoring, medication adjustments, and immediate interventions as needed.

56 services29 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

34 services34 patients

Removal of blood clot and injection to dissolve blood clot from head artery using fluoroscopic guidance 61645

This procedure involves removing a blood clot from a head artery. A special imaging technique called fluoroscopy is used for guidance. Additionally, an injection is given to help dissolve any remaining clot. This helps restore normal blood flow to the brain.

20 services20 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.

17 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company LLC

Acute Care Hospitals · Harlingen, TX

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450033

Location2101 Pease StHarlingen, TX 78550 · Cameron County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78550 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

$126.40 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$68.55 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

81.93/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

79.57

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

60.2

Reported Quality Measures

Controlling High Blood Pressure

77%31 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

50%265 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

92%102 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan

56%89 patients3/55-star benchmark: 97%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Patients screened: 95% · 98 patients

95%98 patients

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information

76%46 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

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.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

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

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