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Dr. Salmaan Ahmed, M.D.
Diagnostic Radiology Physician (CMS: Diagnostic Radiology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1497795710
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.4 / 100 · 2023
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 770304009
(713) 792-6161 - Mailing address
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Po Box 4439
Houston, TX 772104439
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 17, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2085R0202X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #M0635
- Medicaid
- TX #192475501
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497795710. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,204
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$85,756
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
70491 |
Ct scan of soft tissue of neck with contrast | 269 | 264 | $66 | |
70553 |
Mri scan of brain before and after contrast | 260 | 255 | $111 | |
76536 |
Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue | 219 | 215 | $28 | |
70450 |
Ct scan head or brain without contrast | 143 | 142 | $40 | |
70491 |
Ct scan of soft tissue of neck with contrast | 54 | 52 | $64 | |
10005 |
Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth | 44 | 43 | $73 | |
72158 |
Mri scan of lower spinal canal before and after contrast | 43 | 42 | $106 | |
72156 |
Mri scan of upper spinal canal before and after contrast | 39 | 39 | $110 | |
72157 |
Mri scan of middle spinal canal before and after contrast | 39 | 39 | $106 | |
70553 |
Mri scan of brain before and after contrast | 34 | 33 | $107 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 269 peers in Houston Diagnostic Radiology Physician, average services per provider: 111. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Salmaan Ahmed's medical specialty?
Dr. Salmaan Ahmed practices Diagnostic Radiology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Salmaan Ahmed practice?
Dr. Salmaan Ahmed practices at 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 770304009. Office phone: 7137926161.
What is Dr. Salmaan Ahmed's NPI?
Dr. Salmaan Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497795710, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Salmaan Ahmed accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Salmaan Ahmed accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Salmaan Ahmed commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Ct scan of soft tissue of neck with contrast (HCPCS 70491); Mri scan of brain before and after contrast (HCPCS 70553); Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue (HCPCS 76536). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.