Farooq Ahmed, M.D
NPI 1275553240 · Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · Skokie, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Farooq Ahmed, M.D is a Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician provider in Skokie, IL (NPI 1275553240).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275553240
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 01062175A (IN)
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 tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,724 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 979 | $124 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99348 | 430 | $74 |
| Residence Visit for New Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 60 Minutes99344 | 76 | $138 |
| Physician Or Allowed Practitioner Certification for Medicare-Covered Home Health Services Under a Home Health Plan of Care (patient Not Present), Including Contacts With Home Health Agency and Review of Reports of Patient Status Required By Physicians andG0180 | 69 | $52 |
| Physician Or Allowed Practitioner Re-Certification for Medicare-Covered Home Health Services Under a Home Health Plan of Care (patient Not Present), Including Contacts With Home Health Agency and Review of Reports of Patient Status Required By Physicians aG0179 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 307 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 4,599 | 438 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 2,516 | 271 |
| Lisinopril | 2,261 | 224 |
| Gabapentin | 1,866 | 188 |
| Furosemide | 1,803 | 186 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 1,597 | 163 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-20
- Last updated
- 2013-11-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Farooq Ahmed's NPI number?
- Farooq Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275553240, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Farooq Ahmed's specialty?
- Farooq Ahmed is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Farooq Ahmed located?
- Farooq Ahmed's practice location on file with NPPES is 5200 Main St Ste 201, Skokie, IL 60077-2100.
- What is Farooq Ahmed's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Farooq Ahmed is (312) 423-7869.
- Does Farooq Ahmed accept Medicare?
- Farooq Ahmed is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Farooq Ahmed's NPI active?
- Yes — Farooq Ahmed's NPI (1275553240) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-11-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.