Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Tahir Effendi, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Watervliet, NY
- NPI 1285739789
- Accepts Medicare
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1500 2Nd Ave
Watervliet, NY 121892800
(518) 272-0028
fax (518) 272-4859 - Mailing address
-
421A Moe RD
Clifton Park, NY 120655100
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 25, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #209567
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1285739789. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
729
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$58,763
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 253 | 112 | $87 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 130 | 85 | $123 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 63 | 61 | $80 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 59 | 59 | $30 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 57 | 57 | $124 | |
90694 |
Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent inactivated, 0.5 ml dosage | 47 | 47 | $76 | |
G0444 |
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 38 | 38 | $18 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 19 | 19 | $14 | |
82947 |
Blood glucose (sugar) level | 14 | 12 | $4 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 13 | 13 | $36 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Watervliet Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 56. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$955
Transactions
48
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novo Nordisk INC | 16 | $328.03 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 5 | $138.92 | |
| Renalytix Ai, INC. | 5 | $79.23 | |
| Dexcom, INC. | 3 | $70.82 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 4 | $67.04 | |
| Amgen INC. | 3 | $56.32 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 4 | $55.25 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 2 | $49.59 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $34.49 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 2 | $30.77 | |
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 1 | $23.41 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $21.53 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,172
Patients
678
Total drug cost
$317,845
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 235 | 68 | $5,080 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 214 | 74 | $3,789 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 211 | 63 | $2,212 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 195 | 66 | $1,692 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 190 | 59 | $3,318 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 180 | 58 | $3,017 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 131 | 46 | $5,342 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 126 | 37 | $2,371 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 111 | 38 | $2,529 |
| Ozempic (Semaglutide) | Brand | 106 | 27 | $151,990 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Tahir Effendi's medical specialty?
Dr. Tahir Effendi practices Internal Medicine Physician in Watervliet, NY.
Where does Dr. Tahir Effendi practice?
Dr. Tahir Effendi practices at 1500 2Nd Ave, Watervliet, NY 121892800. Office phone: 5182720028.
What is Dr. Tahir Effendi's NPI?
Dr. Tahir Effendi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285739789, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Tahir Effendi accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Tahir Effendi accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Tahir Effendi commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Advance care planning (HCPCS 99497). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.