Farah Salahuddin, MD
NPI 1518192632 · Rheumatology Physician · Watsonville, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Farah Salahuddin, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Watsonville, CA (NPI 1518192632).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518192632
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A119821 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
804 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 | 217 | $18 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 133 | $195 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 70 | $153 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 65 | $184 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 57 | $111 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 145 | 67 |
| Prednisone | 104 | 50 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 58 | 33 |
| Leflunomide | 40 | 18 |
| Sulfasalazine | 36 | — |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 33 | — |
| Alendronate Sodium | 33 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$695 across 28 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 50 E Hamilton Ave Ste 200Campbell, CA 95008-0251Phone: (408) 866-1135Fax: (408) 866-7926
- 268 Green Valley RdFreedom, CA 95019-3139Phone: (831) 204-7787Fax: (831) 480-1328
- 3790 El Camino Real# 564Palo Alto, CA 94306-2904Phone: (831) 215-4040Fax: (831) 480-1328
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-05-19
- Last updated
- 2025-07-30
- Certified
- 2025-07-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Farah Salahuddin's NPI number?
- Farah Salahuddin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518192632, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Farah Salahuddin's specialty?
- Farah Salahuddin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Farah Salahuddin located?
- Farah Salahuddin's practice location on file with NPPES is 40 Penny Ln Ste 207b, Watsonville, CA 95076-6057.
- What is Farah Salahuddin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Farah Salahuddin is (831) 204-7787.
- Does Farah Salahuddin accept Medicare?
- Farah Salahuddin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Farah Salahuddin's NPI active?
- Yes — Farah Salahuddin's NPI (1518192632) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.