Suresh Shah, MD
NPI 1518040617 · Family Medicine Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Suresh Shah, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1518040617).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518040617
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036-064403 (IL)
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
1,290 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 Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 416 | $110 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99348 | 330 | $78 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 250 | $94 |
| 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 | 198 | $17 |
| Residence Visit for New Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 60 Minutes99344 | 31 | $145 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 223 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,382 | 197 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 864 | 131 |
| Gabapentin | 645 | 93 |
| Metformin Hcl | 632 | 84 |
| Furosemide | 456 | 78 |
| Lisinopril | 423 | 60 |
| Famotidine | 419 | 68 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$155 across 6 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
- 2006-10-23
- Last updated
- 2026-05-15
- Certified
- 2026-05-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Suresh Shah's NPI number?
- Suresh Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518040617, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Suresh Shah's specialty?
- Suresh Shah is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Suresh Shah located?
- Suresh Shah's practice location on file with NPPES is 8012 S Crandon Ave, Chicago, IL 60617-1124.
- What is Suresh Shah's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Suresh Shah is (773) 356-5415.
- Does Suresh Shah accept Medicare?
- Suresh Shah is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Suresh Shah's NPI active?
- Yes — Suresh Shah's NPI (1518040617) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.