Shabnam Ali, M.D.
NPI 1487837837 · Rheumatology Physician · Columbia, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shabnam Ali, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Columbia, MD (NPI 1487837837).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487837837
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D0086506 (MD)
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
18 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
2,476 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 418 | $18 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 380 | $138 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 346 | $9 |
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 320 | $80 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 201 | $146 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 145 | 37 |
| Prednisone | 105 | 32 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 68 | 16 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 66 | 13 |
| Allopurinol | 43 | 12 |
| Folic Acid | 35 | — |
| Leflunomide | 24 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,432 across 149 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
- 2007-12-07
- Last updated
- 2023-09-08
- Certified
- 2023-03-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shabnam Ali's NPI number?
- Shabnam Ali's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487837837, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shabnam Ali's specialty?
- Shabnam Ali is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shabnam Ali located?
- Shabnam Ali's practice location on file with NPPES is 6350 Stevens Forest Rd Ste 101, Columbia, MD 21046-3240.
- What is Shabnam Ali's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shabnam Ali is (410) 992-7400.
- Does Shabnam Ali accept Medicare?
- Shabnam Ali is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shabnam Ali's NPI active?
- Yes — Shabnam Ali's NPI (1487837837) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-09-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.