Mohamed Salem, M.D.
NPI 1538139316 · Nephrology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mohamed Salem, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1538139316).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538139316
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036072417 (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
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
1,098 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 35 Minutes99232 | 231 | $81 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 177 | $131 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 144 | $297 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 143 | $122 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 124 | $360 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 114 | 42 |
| Furosemide | 107 | 39 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 71 | 21 |
| Losartan Potassium | 47 | 13 |
| Calcium Acetate | 45 | 19 |
| Clonidine Hcl | 44 | 16 |
| Lisinopril | 37 | 15 |
| Allopurinol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$150 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
- 2006-01-25
- Last updated
- 2020-03-23
- Certified
- 2020-03-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mohamed Salem's NPI number?
- Mohamed Salem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538139316, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mohamed Salem's specialty?
- Mohamed Salem is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mohamed Salem located?
- Mohamed Salem's practice location on file with NPPES is 331 W Surf St Ste 703, Chicago, IL 60657-7227.
- What is Mohamed Salem's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mohamed Salem is (773) 525-4701.
- Does Mohamed Salem accept Medicare?
- Mohamed Salem is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mohamed Salem's NPI active?
- Yes — Mohamed Salem's NPI (1538139316) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-03-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.