Shriram Lokare, M.D.
NPI 1497057905 · Rheumatology Physician · Peoria, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shriram Lokare, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Peoria, IL (NPI 1497057905).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497057905
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0116025475 (VA)
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
15 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
817 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 | 513 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 242 | $139 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 35 | $173 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 27 | $94 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $93–$173 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 62 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 1,829 | 456 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 1,283 | 293 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 739 | 107 |
| Sulfasalazine | 693 | 179 |
| Gabapentin | 639 | 154 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 576 | 136 |
| Adalimumab |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$418 across 12 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
- 2010-12-03
- Last updated
- 2017-10-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shriram Lokare's NPI number?
- Shriram Lokare's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497057905, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shriram Lokare's specialty?
- Shriram Lokare is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shriram Lokare located?
- Shriram Lokare's practice location on file with NPPES is 900 Main St Ste 600, Peoria, IL 61602-5025.
- What is Shriram Lokare's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shriram Lokare is (309) 671-8270.
- Does Shriram Lokare accept Medicare?
- Shriram Lokare is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shriram Lokare's NPI active?
- Yes — Shriram Lokare's NPI (1497057905) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-10-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.