Faisal Chaudhary, M.D.
NPI 1194986257 · Rheumatology Physician · Saratoga Springs, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Faisal Chaudhary, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Saratoga Springs, NY (NPI 1194986257).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194986257
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 274879 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,019 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 695 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 600 | $126 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 250 | $125 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 163 | $88 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 94 | $9 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, Each Additional Hour |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 54 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 1,520 | 349 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 1,096 | 223 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 677 | 149 |
| Leflunomide | 290 | 59 |
| Celecoxib | 198 | 44 |
| Tofacitinib Citratebrand: Xeljanz Xr | 194 | 23 |
| Allopurinol | 182 | 38 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,274 across 152 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
- 2008-06-21
- Last updated
- 2021-04-22
- Certified
- 2021-04-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Faisal Chaudhary's NPI number?
- Faisal Chaudhary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194986257, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Faisal Chaudhary's specialty?
- Faisal Chaudhary is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Faisal Chaudhary located?
- Faisal Chaudhary's practice location on file with NPPES is 6 Care Lane, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.
- What is Faisal Chaudhary's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Faisal Chaudhary is (518) 584-4953.
- Does Faisal Chaudhary accept Medicare?
- Faisal Chaudhary is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Faisal Chaudhary's NPI active?
- Yes — Faisal Chaudhary's NPI (1194986257) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-04-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.