Shahid Ekbal, MD
NPI 1417934779 · Urology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shahid Ekbal, MD is a Urology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1417934779).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417934779
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036045200 (IL)
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 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
523 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 368 | $68 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 38 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 35 | $37 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 33 | $85 |
| Electronic Assessment of Bladder Emptying51741 | 20 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 453 | 137 |
| Finasteride | 212 | 66 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 131 | 34 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 110 | 34 |
| Solifenacin Succinate | 52 | 21 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 38 | 22 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-28
- Last updated
- 2026-04-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shahid Ekbal's NPI number?
- Shahid Ekbal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417934779, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shahid Ekbal's specialty?
- Shahid Ekbal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shahid Ekbal located?
- Shahid Ekbal's practice location on file with NPPES is 1725 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60612-3841.
- What is Shahid Ekbal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shahid Ekbal is (312) 563-3447.
- Does Shahid Ekbal accept Medicare?
- Shahid Ekbal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shahid Ekbal's NPI active?
- Yes — Shahid Ekbal's NPI (1417934779) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.