Ghulam Arain, MD
NPI 1508845744 · Hospitalist Physician · Shenandoah, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ghulam Arain, MD is a Hospitalist Physician provider in Shenandoah, TX (NPI 1508845744).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508845744
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospitalist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- R1693 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
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
1,062 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 50 Minutes99233 | 387 | $117 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 263 | $79 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 165 | $113 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 98 | $164 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 77 | $131 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 53 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cefdinir | 46 | 44 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 45 | 34 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 36 | 35 |
| Furosemide | 26 | 23 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 25 | 25 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 22 | 18 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-16
- Last updated
- 2026-03-18
- Certified
- 2026-03-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ghulam Arain's NPI number?
- Ghulam Arain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508845744, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ghulam Arain's specialty?
- Ghulam Arain is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospitalist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ghulam Arain located?
- Ghulam Arain's practice location on file with NPPES is 9250 Pinecroft Dr, Shenandoah, TX 77380-3218.
- What is Ghulam Arain's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ghulam Arain is (713) 897-5539.
- Does Ghulam Arain accept Medicare?
- Ghulam Arain is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ghulam Arain's NPI active?
- Yes — Ghulam Arain's NPI (1508845744) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.