Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Bethesda, MD
- NPI 1790798064
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 50 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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9406 Old Georgetown RD
Bethesda, MD 208141722
(301) 530-5142
fax (301) 530-1768
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 8, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1976 — 50 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Maryland #D27427
- Medicaid
- MD #222258200
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1790798064. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,769
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$300,941
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 345 | 290 | $199 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 266 | 257 | $103 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 255 | 254 | $243 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 198 | 146 | $86 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 154 | 153 | $122 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 143 | 127 | $143 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 119 | 118 | $273 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 66 | 65 | $189 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 63 | 63 | $185 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 43 | 41 | $192 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in this city , average services per provider: 69. This provider delivers 26× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,586
Transactions
64
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 25 | $654.92 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 11 | $205.47 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $149.80 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 5 | $102.64 | |
| QOL Medical, LLC | 3 | $89.65 | |
| Celltrion USA Inc. | 4 | $77.64 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 3 | $63.38 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 2 | $51.81 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 2 | $37.90 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 2 | $36.43 | |
| RedHill Biopharma Inc. | 2 | $33.00 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 1 | $27.29 | |
| Grifols USA, LLC | 1 | $20.91 | |
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 1 | $20.24 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $15.31 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
617
Patients
275
Total drug cost
$79,648
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 189 | 67 | $5,543 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 132 | 128 | $23,120 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 101 | 32 | $1,967 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 85 | 32 | $1,541 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 36 | 16 | $4,530 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 22 | 0 | $2,726 |
| Lansoprazole | Generic | 21 | 0 | $711 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 19 | 0 | $362 |
| Zenpep (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $39,148 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ajay Bakhshi's medical specialty?
Dr. Ajay Bakhshi practices Gastroenterology Physician in Bethesda, MD.
Where does Dr. Ajay Bakhshi practice?
Dr. Ajay Bakhshi practices at 9406 Old Georgetown RD, Bethesda, MD 208141722. Office phone: 3015305142.
What is Dr. Ajay Bakhshi's NPI?
Dr. Ajay Bakhshi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790798064, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ajay Bakhshi accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ajay Bakhshi accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ajay Bakhshi commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.