Muhammad Cheema, M.D.
NPI 1497966329 · Nephrology Physician · Arlington, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Muhammad Cheema, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Arlington, TX (NPI 1497966329).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497966329
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2012009045 (MO)
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
19 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
825 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 211 | $114 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 198 | $322 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 198 | $124 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 119 | $76 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 36 | $68 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 182 | 57 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 146 | 37 |
| Carvedilol | 114 | 36 |
| Torsemide | 88 | 26 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 68 | 22 |
| Indapamide | 61 | 17 |
| Spironolactone | 59 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$782 across 25 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
- 2007-05-24
- Last updated
- 2017-01-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Muhammad Cheema's NPI number?
- Muhammad Cheema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497966329, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Muhammad Cheema's specialty?
- Muhammad Cheema is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Muhammad Cheema located?
- Muhammad Cheema's practice location on file with NPPES is 3295 S Cooper St, Arlington, TX 76015-2363.
- What is Muhammad Cheema's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Muhammad Cheema is (817) 557-0099.
- Does Muhammad Cheema accept Medicare?
- Muhammad Cheema is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Muhammad Cheema's NPI active?
- Yes — Muhammad Cheema's NPI (1497966329) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-01-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.