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FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D.

Specialist in IOWA CITY, Iowa. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
201
Medicare Part D claims · 41 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
86%
generic claims · 14% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. is a Specialist ([object Object]) practicing in IOWA CITY, Iowa with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 201 claims across 41 beneficiaries — 14% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. filed 201 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across IOWA CITY, Iowa. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 02/02/2006

NPI 1699747881

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

201 86% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

Specialty distribution in Iowa

How Specialist compares to other specialties among Iowa providers

Iowa providers

Specialist share within Iowa

1. Specialist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Specialist share within Iowa

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Specialist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Specialist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

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FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. is a Specialist provider practicing in IOWA CITY, Iowa, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1699747881. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding M.D. credentials at 200 HAWKINS DR, IOWA CITY, IA, 52242, with a listed phone of (319) 384-8756. NPI 1699747881 was issued on 02/02/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what AHMAD most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 201 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 41 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $33K in drug spend, split 14% brand-name and 86% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Specialist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 69,658 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,474 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242

Provider Details

NPI 1699747881
Specialty Specialist
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 02/02/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

STATE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA
CORALVILLE, IA

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. — brand share 14.0%
Specialty average (est.)

14% brand-name claims vs 86% generic, on 201 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

201
Total Claims
$33K
Total Drug Cost
41
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
385
Total Day Supply
11,457
Brand vs Generic
14% brand / 86% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$30K
Generic Drug Cost
$3K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
66.5 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.11
Gender Split
41% female / 59% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Losartan Potassium
24
Metoprolol Succinate
22
Furosemide
17
Metoprolol Tartrate
17
Atorvastatin Calcium
16
Verapamil Er
Verapamil Hcl
13
Lisinopril
11

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Specialist Overview

How FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

69,658
Specialist Providers in US
55
States with Specialist
1,474
Avg Claims per Provider

FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D.'s 201 claims are below the specialty average of 1,474.

Nearby Specialist Providers in Iowa

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Iowa, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as AHMAD.

Compare Specialist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D.'s specialty?
FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. specializes in Specialist and practices in IOWA CITY, Iowa. Credentials: M.D..
How much does FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. wrote 201 Medicare Part D claims totaling $33K in drug costs for 41 beneficiaries.
Where is FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. located?
FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. is located at 200 HAWKINS DR, IOWA CITY, IA, 52242. Phone: (319) 384-8756.
What is FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D.'s NPI number?
FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699747881, issued on 02/02/2006.
Does FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D.'s prescribing is 14% brand-name and 86% generic drugs by claim count, with $30K in brand drug costs.
How many Specialist providers are there in the US?
There are 69,658 Specialist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Specialist provider writes 1,474 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Losartan Potassium, Metoprolol Succinate, Furosemide. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. accept Medicare?
FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 201 Part D claims and 41 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D.'s credentials?
FERHAAN AHMAD, M.D.'s NPI is 1699747881 with credentials M.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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