Mohammed Baquar Bashey, MD
Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine
Mohammed Baquar Bashey is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Brooklyn, NY with over 45 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PULMONARY DISEASE
Mohammed Baquar Bashey, MD has practiced internal medicine for 45+ years, working in independent practice. With 45+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Brooklyn area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 90.38/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 27% of reporting doctors in New York
- Uses generic medications more than 69% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 983dNPPES updated 2023-09-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in New York, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202390.38/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.8 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in New YorkHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.68%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
1.68% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.1%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
136
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
218
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,369
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $117k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Sep 12, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
45 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RP1001X
Mailing address
506 6th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215-3609
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pulmonary Disease Care With Mohammed Baquar Bashey
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mohammed Baquar Bashey for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Brooklyn required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mohammed Baquar Bashey
Dr. Bashey is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Brooklyn, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (718) 246-8600.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
263 7th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Mailing Address
506 6th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215-3609
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