Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Naeem Akhtar, M.D.

Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Scranton, PA

  • NPI 1194726828
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 45 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
420 Jackson St
Scranton, PA 17901
(570) 346-7797
fax (570) 342-9802
Mailing address
Po Box 390
Scranton, PA 185010390

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
Profile last updated
January 27, 2009
Year of graduation
1981 — 45 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207L00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Pennsylvania #MD-069382-L
Medicaid (2)
PA #0019135300006 · PA #1913530

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1194726828. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
874
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$64,428
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
00811 Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 418 417 $72
00731 Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 166 165 $78
00812 Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 162 162 $57
00813 Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 128 128 $93

In context: peer comparison

Among 12 peers in Scranton Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 31. This provider delivers 28× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Naeem Akhtar's medical specialty?
Dr. Naeem Akhtar practices Anesthesiology Physician in Scranton, PA.
Where does Dr. Naeem Akhtar practice?
Dr. Naeem Akhtar practices at 420 Jackson St, Scranton, PA 17901. Office phone: 5703467797.
What is Dr. Naeem Akhtar's NPI?
Dr. Naeem Akhtar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194726828, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Naeem Akhtar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Naeem Akhtar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Naeem Akhtar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00811); Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00731); Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope (HCPCS 00812). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.