Gowhar Khan, MD
NPI 1518917673 · Rheumatology Physician · Aurora, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gowhar Khan, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Aurora, IL (NPI 1518917673).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518917673
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036087821 (IL)
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
20 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
644 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 263 | $98 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 224 | $131 |
| Physician Or Allowed Practitioner Re-Certification for Medicare-Covered Home Health Services Under a Home Health Plan of Care (patient Not Present), Including Contacts With Home Health Agency and Review of Reports of Patient Status Required By Physicians aG0179 | 48 | $43 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan of Abdomen76700 | 27 | $119 |
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 26 | $196 |
| Complete Ultrasound of Within the Brain Blood Flow |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 90 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 192 | 29 |
| Gabapentin | 184 | 40 |
| Losartan Potassium | 175 | 34 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 163 | 28 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 145 | 30 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 114 | 27 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$29 across 1 record (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
- 2006-05-11
- Last updated
- 2022-04-11
- Certified
- 2022-04-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gowhar Khan's NPI number?
- Gowhar Khan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518917673, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gowhar Khan's specialty?
- Gowhar Khan is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gowhar Khan located?
- Gowhar Khan's practice location on file with NPPES is 1177 N Highland Ave, Aurora, IL 60506-2281.
- What is Gowhar Khan's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gowhar Khan is (630) 802-8644.
- Does Gowhar Khan accept Medicare?
- Gowhar Khan is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gowhar Khan's NPI active?
- Yes — Gowhar Khan's NPI (1518917673) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-04-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.