Nausheen Akhter, MD
NPI 1134393812 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nausheen Akhter, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1134393812).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134393812
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036120406 (IL)
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
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,993 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 652 | $70 |
| Heart Muscle Strain Imaging93356 | 309 | $12 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 129 | $17 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Continuous Electrocardiogram (ecg) During Rest, Exercise And/Or Drug Induced Stress With Review and Report93351 | 113 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 113 | $134 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Carvedilol | 295 | 89 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 261 | 86 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 256 | 81 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 193 | 68 |
| Spironolactone | 175 | 65 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 144 | 34 |
| Amlodipine Besylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,039 across 3 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 840 S Wood St # Mc787Uic CardiologyChicago, IL 60612-4325Phone: (312) 996-6730
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-04-15
- Last updated
- 2025-11-25
- Certified
- 2025-11-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nausheen Akhter's NPI number?
- Nausheen Akhter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134393812, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nausheen Akhter's specialty?
- Nausheen Akhter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nausheen Akhter located?
- Nausheen Akhter's practice location on file with NPPES is 675 N Saint Clair St Ste 19-100, Chicago, IL 60611-5969.
- What is Nausheen Akhter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nausheen Akhter is (312) 664-3278.
- Does Nausheen Akhter accept Medicare?
- Nausheen Akhter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nausheen Akhter's NPI active?
- Yes — Nausheen Akhter's NPI (1134393812) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.