Zhe Liang, MD
NPI 1417478660 · Rheumatology Physician · Grand Rapids, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Zhe Liang, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Grand Rapids, MI (NPI 1417478660).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417478660
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301513933 (MI)
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
9 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
2,486 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 665 | $121 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 322 | $111 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 294 | $114 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 276 | $57 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 272 | $13 |
| Injection of Additional New Drug Or Substance Into Vein96375 | 150 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 50 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 497 | 154 |
| Prednisone | 447 | 172 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 330 | 100 |
| Gabapentin | 242 | 76 |
| Sulfasalazinebrand: Sulfasalazine Dr | 233 | 70 |
| Leflunomide | 190 | 63 |
| Meloxicam | 144 | 46 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$95 across 5 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
- 2017-06-28
- Last updated
- 2025-09-15
- Certified
- 2025-09-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Zhe Liang's NPI number?
- Zhe Liang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417478660, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Zhe Liang's specialty?
- Zhe Liang is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Zhe Liang located?
- Zhe Liang's practice location on file with NPPES is 3271 Clear Vista Ct Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525-9477.
- What is Zhe Liang's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Zhe Liang is (616) 267-7293.
- Does Zhe Liang accept Medicare?
- Zhe Liang is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Zhe Liang's NPI active?
- Yes — Zhe Liang's NPI (1417478660) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.