Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Vaseem Akhtar, M.D.
Specialist (CMS: Medical Oncology) · Hematology (Internal Medicine) Physician · Medical Oncology Physician · Okeechobee, FL
- NPI 1568660561
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 94.9 / 100 · 2023
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1713 Hwy 441N, Suite #J
Okeechobee, FL 349721900
(863) 467-9000
fax (863) 467-9229 - Mailing address
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1900 Nebraska Ave, Suite #2
Ft. Pierce, FL 349504837
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 22, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 174400000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #ME66653
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1568660561. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
35,723
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$196,614
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J1756 |
Injection, iron sucrose, 1 mg | 33,141 | 44 | $0 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 544 | 69 | $94 | |
96365 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less | 445 | 45 | $66 | |
J7030 |
Infusion, normal saline solution , 1000 cc | 438 | 44 | $3 | |
96366 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, each additional hour | 425 | 46 | $21 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 195 | 78 | $186 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 173 | 56 | $132 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 101 | 57 | $120 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 59 | 12 | $15 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 50 | 34 | $80 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Okeechobee Specialist, average services per provider: 2,551. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$443
Transactions
19
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pfizer INC. | 5 | $117.74 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 5 | $106.39 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 4 | $96.19 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $32.94 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $26.93 | |
| Fennec Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $26.01 | |
| Taiho Oncology, INC. | 1 | $20.35 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 1 | $16.34 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
380
Patients
11
Total drug cost
$1,149,953
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydroxyurea | Generic | 66 | 11 | $1,971 |
| Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate | Generic | 35 | 0 | $117 |
| Xgeva (Denosumab) | Brand | 33 | 0 | $104,951 |
| Ondansetron Hcl (Ondansetron Hcl/Pf) | Brand | 31 | 0 | $69 |
| Xtandi (Enzalutamide) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $426,577 |
| Keytruda (Pembrolizumab) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $305,979 |
| Letrozole | Generic | 25 | 0 | $369 |
| Famotidine (Famotidine/Pf) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $40 |
| Acyclovir | Generic | 22 | 0 | $359 |
| Lenalidomide | Generic | 17 | 0 | $241,888 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vaseem Akhtar's medical specialty?
Dr. Vaseem Akhtar practices Specialist in Okeechobee, FL.
Where does Dr. Vaseem Akhtar practice?
Dr. Vaseem Akhtar practices at 1713 Hwy 441N, Okeechobee, FL 349721900. Office phone: 8634679000.
What is Dr. Vaseem Akhtar's NPI?
Dr. Vaseem Akhtar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568660561, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vaseem Akhtar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Vaseem Akhtar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Vaseem Akhtar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, iron sucrose, 1 mg (HCPCS J1756); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis (HCPCS 96365). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.