Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ali Akhtar, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Providence, RI
- NPI 1457333619
- Accepts Medicare
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
61 Benefit St
Providence, RI 029042703
(401) 456-2600
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 11, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Rhode Island #MD10761
- Medicaid
- RI #9026770
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1457333619. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
690
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$77,411
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 209 | 91 | $108 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 206 | 91 | $80 | |
99305 |
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 133 | 110 | $135 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 73 | 65 | $116 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 69 | 64 | $175 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 103 peers in Providence Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 76. This provider delivers 9.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
5,215
Patients
977
Total drug cost
$201,764
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 645 | 145 | $9,891 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 538 | 73 | $135,308 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 532 | 81 | $3,949 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 503 | 86 | $8,914 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 455 | 89 | $5,956 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 347 | 54 | $4,724 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 319 | 54 | $3,415 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 294 | 58 | $2,962 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 272 | 59 | $4,185 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 253 | 53 | $2,377 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ali Akhtar's medical specialty?
Dr. Ali Akhtar practices Internal Medicine Physician in Providence, RI.
Where does Dr. Ali Akhtar practice?
Dr. Ali Akhtar practices at 61 Benefit St, Providence, RI 029042703. Office phone: 4014562600.
What is Dr. Ali Akhtar's NPI?
Dr. Ali Akhtar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457333619, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ali Akhtar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ali Akhtar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ali Akhtar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99305). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.