Thaju Salam, M.D.
NPI 1295794733 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Merriam, KS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thaju Salam, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Merriam, KS (NPI 1295794733).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295794733
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 04-29600 (KS)
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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,591 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 2,522 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 554 | $122 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 252 | $113 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 235 | $65 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System Or Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93296 | 232 | $19 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 78 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 746 | 226 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 633 | 126 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 610 | 159 |
| Losartan Potassium | 528 | 143 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 495 | 137 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 397 | 120 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,289 across 46 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 (2)
- 1004 Progress Dr Ste 130Lansing, KS 66043-6345Phone: (913) 632-9940Fax: (913) 680-1275
- 901 S Main StOttawa, KS 66067-3315Phone: (785) 268-4134Fax: (785) 242-6817
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-22
- Last updated
- 2025-09-03
- Certified
- 2025-09-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thaju Salam's NPI number?
- Thaju Salam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295794733, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thaju Salam's specialty?
- Thaju Salam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thaju Salam located?
- Thaju Salam's practice location on file with NPPES is 9119 W 74th St Ste 350, Merriam, KS 66204-2268.
- What is Thaju Salam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thaju Salam is (913) 632-9400.
- Does Thaju Salam accept Medicare?
- Thaju Salam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thaju Salam's NPI active?
- Yes — Thaju Salam's NPI (1295794733) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.