Yusra Cheema, M.D.
NPI 1427211317 · Nephrology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Yusra Cheema, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1427211317).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427211317
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036127500 (IL)
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
17 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
465 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 152 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 113 | $136 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 95 | $17 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 32 | $117 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 28 | $140 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 48 | 12 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 39 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 33 | 13 |
| Potassium Chloride | 30 | — |
| Furosemide | 29 | — |
| Lisinopril | 28 | — |
| Losartan Potassium |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-09
- Last updated
- 2014-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Yusra Cheema's NPI number?
- Yusra Cheema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427211317, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Yusra Cheema's specialty?
- Yusra Cheema is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Yusra Cheema located?
- Yusra Cheema's practice location on file with NPPES is 251 E Huron St, Chicago, IL 60611-2908.
- What is Yusra Cheema's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Yusra Cheema is (262) 960-1043.
- Does Yusra Cheema accept Medicare?
- Yusra Cheema is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Yusra Cheema's NPI active?
- Yes — Yusra Cheema's NPI (1427211317) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.