Ghulam Shaikh, M.D.
NPI 1073571733 · Internal Medicine Physician · Garner, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ghulam Shaikh, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Garner, NC (NPI 1073571733).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1073571733
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 9501091 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
2,653 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 | 650 | $120 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 392 | $13 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Level82947 | 249 | $4 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 232 | $10 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 189 | $101 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 173 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 217 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 636 | 156 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 626 | 125 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 529 | 123 |
| Furosemide | 439 | 109 |
| Losartan Potassium | 422 | 110 |
| Gabapentin | 399 | 88 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,589 across 92 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
- 2006-05-03
- Last updated
- 2009-12-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ghulam Shaikh's NPI number?
- Ghulam Shaikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073571733, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ghulam Shaikh's specialty?
- Ghulam Shaikh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ghulam Shaikh located?
- Ghulam Shaikh's practice location on file with NPPES is 171 Mast Dr, Garner, NC 27529-6718.
- What is Ghulam Shaikh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ghulam Shaikh is (919) 771-0503.
- Does Ghulam Shaikh accept Medicare?
- Ghulam Shaikh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ghulam Shaikh's NPI active?
- Yes — Ghulam Shaikh's NPI (1073571733) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-12-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.