Muhammad Ishaque, M.D.
NPI 1255528949 · Nephrology Physician · Cartersville, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Muhammad Ishaque, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Cartersville, GA (NPI 1255528949).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255528949
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 060641 (GA)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
13,570 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 1,702 | $9 |
| Kidney Function Blood Test Panel80069 | 1,631 | $8 |
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 | 1,034 | $5 |
| Urine Microalbumin (protein) Level82043 | 1,009 | $6 |
| Magnesium Level83735 | 924 | $7 |
| Parathormone (parathyroid Hormone) Level83970 | 826 | $40 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 507 | 174 |
| Furosemide | 148 | 61 |
| Allopurinol | 145 | 51 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 144 | 57 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 139 | 31 |
| Potassium Chloride | 112 | 39 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 105 | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$188 across 9 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
- 2007-09-26
- Last updated
- 2022-12-15
- Certified
- 2022-12-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Muhammad Ishaque's NPI number?
- Muhammad Ishaque's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255528949, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Muhammad Ishaque's specialty?
- Muhammad Ishaque is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Muhammad Ishaque located?
- Muhammad Ishaque's practice location on file with NPPES is 200 Gentilly Blvd, Cartersville, GA 30120-8504.
- What is Muhammad Ishaque's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Muhammad Ishaque is (470) 490-6510.
- Does Muhammad Ishaque accept Medicare?
- Muhammad Ishaque is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Muhammad Ishaque's NPI active?
- Yes — Muhammad Ishaque's NPI (1255528949) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-12-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.