FARIS AHMED – NPI #1881805372
Internal Medicine
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
FARIS AHMED is a physician located in BIRMINGHAM, AL. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1881805372 to FARIS AHMED on May 25, 2007. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207RN0300X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology
The NPI profile was previously updated about 4 years ago on Oct 20, 2022. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for FARIS AHMED below.
NPI Profile for
FARIS AHMED
(more than 19 years ago)
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233-1900 Phone: (205) 934-4011 Fax:
1 Other location(s):
H088
Hershey, PA 17033-2360
Phone: (717) 531-1692
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Identifiers for FARIS AHMED
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| Description | Issuer | State | Identifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEDICAID | MS | 02681599 |
A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 207RN0300X - Internal Medicine / Nephrology (Primary) |
AL | 38359 |
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Additional Information
- Refer to Part B
- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Refer to Home Health Agency
- Order Power Mobility Devices
FARIS AHMED is affiliated with the following medical group(s):
- HOSPITAL
- UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA HOSPITAL619 SOUTH 19TH STREET
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35233
- UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA HOSPITAL619 SOUTH 19TH STREET
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