Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Sheikh Ahmed, M.D.
Specialist (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1457435745
- Accepts Medicare
- 47 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
1710 W 25Th St
Houston, TX 77008
(716) 861-6758
fax (713) 861-2102 - Additional location
-
1631 North Loop W Ste 400, 427 West 20Th Street #712
Houston, TX 770081591
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 7, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1979 — 47 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 174400000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #H6759
- Medicaid
- TX #128483803
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1457435745. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,706
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$199,731
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 407 | 137 | $93 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 309 | 131 | $14 | |
J2785 |
Injection, regadenoson, 0.1 mg | 160 | 39 | $54 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 95 | 90 | $186 | |
93880 |
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow | 78 | 77 | $197 | |
94010 |
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume | 66 | 60 | $28 | |
93970 |
Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers | 48 | 38 | $192 | |
93015 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision and review by physician | 41 | 40 | $64 | |
95816 |
Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and drowsy | 41 | 41 | $387 | |
95930 |
Measurement of nerve conduction using visual stimulation testing with report | 41 | 41 | $67 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 28 peers in Houston Specialist, average services per provider: 166. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$441
Transactions
17
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | 2 | $143.07 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 4 | $85.23 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals INC. | 3 | $50.99 | |
| Amgen INC. | 2 | $29.55 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $27.94 | |
| Optinose US, INC. | 1 | $27.40 | |
| Radius Health, INC. | 1 | $25.27 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 1 | $20.00 | |
| Agepha Pharma Fz LLC | 1 | $16.12 | |
| Esperion Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $14.96 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,624
Patients
652
Total drug cost
$147,883
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 210 | 83 | $2,941 |
| Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide (Losartan/Hydrochlorothiazide) | Brand | 198 | 86 | $4,674 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 188 | 79 | $1,674 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 140 | 48 | $2,777 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 124 | 58 | $2,738 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 116 | 49 | $1,275 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 104 | 40 | $873 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 96 | 48 | $626 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 95 | 35 | $124,711 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 69 | 22 | $645 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Sheikh Ahmed's medical specialty?
Dr. Sheikh Ahmed practices Specialist in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Sheikh Ahmed practice?
Dr. Sheikh Ahmed practices at 1710 W 25Th St, Houston, TX 77008. Office phone: 7168616758.
What is Dr. Sheikh Ahmed's NPI?
Dr. Sheikh Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457435745, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Sheikh Ahmed accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Sheikh Ahmed accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Sheikh Ahmed commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report (HCPCS 93000); Injection, regadenoson, 0.1 mg (HCPCS J2785). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.