Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Tahir Ahmed, M.D., PH.D.
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Pain Management) · Boston, MA
- NPI 1275981342
- Accepts Medicare
- 10 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
330 Brookline Ave, Rabb 239
Boston, MA 022155400
(617) 667-5048
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2016 — 10 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2016 — 10 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #268374
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1275981342. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
617
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$62,246
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 197 | 116 | $94 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 80 | 68 | $94 | |
64493 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 47 | 27 | $130 | |
64494 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level | 47 | 27 | $74 | |
27096 |
Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance | 40 | 33 | $98 | |
64635 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint | 34 | 32 | $267 | |
64636 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint | 34 | 32 | $83 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 32 | 28 | $134 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 27 | 27 | $129 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 22 | 18 | $53 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 267 peers in Boston Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 32. This provider delivers 19× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$598
Transactions
12
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 7 | $230.20 | |
| Nevro Corp. | 2 | $166.73 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 1 | $97.04 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $91.05 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $13.20 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,779
Patients
499
Total drug cost
$45,789
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 472 | 120 | $8,345 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 233 | 59 | $10,741 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 200 | 59 | $5,746 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 150 | 34 | $2,418 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 130 | 52 | $5,369 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 120 | 33 | $2,820 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 101 | 31 | $798 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 84 | 24 | $1,138 |
| Morphine Sulfate ER (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 53 | 0 | $1,498 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 53 | 14 | $1,564 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Tahir Ahmed's medical specialty?
Dr. Tahir Ahmed practices Anesthesiology Physician in Boston, MA.
Where does Dr. Tahir Ahmed practice?
Dr. Tahir Ahmed practices at 330 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 022155400. Office phone: 6176675048.
What is Dr. Tahir Ahmed's NPI?
Dr. Tahir Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275981342, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Tahir Ahmed accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Tahir Ahmed accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Tahir Ahmed commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance (HCPCS 62323); Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level (HCPCS 64493). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.