Ahmad Aref, M.D.
NPI 1053522540 · Ophthalmology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ahmad Aref, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1053522540).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053522540
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- FA 1870915 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,959 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 796 | $100 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 265 | $26 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 184 | $90 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 177 | $20 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 155 | $21 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 150 | $68 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,784 | 463 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 907 | 227 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 840 | 241 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 604 | 176 |
| Timolol Maleate | 513 | 129 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 326 | 172 |
| Acetazolamide | 314 | 82 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$16,166 across 34 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-25
- Last updated
- 2013-08-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ahmad Aref's NPI number?
- Ahmad Aref's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053522540, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ahmad Aref's specialty?
- Ahmad Aref is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ahmad Aref located?
- Ahmad Aref's practice location on file with NPPES is 1855 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612-7242.
- What is Ahmad Aref's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ahmad Aref is (312) 996-7030.
- Does Ahmad Aref accept Medicare?
- Ahmad Aref is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ahmad Aref's NPI active?
- Yes — Ahmad Aref's NPI (1053522540) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-08-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.