Syed Hussain, M.D.
NPI 1538229984 · Gastroenterology Physician · Flushing, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Syed Hussain, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Flushing, NY (NPI 1538229984).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538229984
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 242375 (NY)
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
1,166 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 | 323 | $91 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99221 | 196 | $96 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 186 | $107 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 100 | $72 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 53 | $133 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 250 | 101 |
| Levofloxacin | 36 | 36 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 30 | 12 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 25 | — |
| Famotidine | 18 | — |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 13 | — |
| Lisinopril | 12 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,481 across 20 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
- 2006-12-08
- Last updated
- 2023-06-13
- Certified
- 2023-06-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Syed Hussain's NPI number?
- Syed Hussain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538229984, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Syed Hussain's specialty?
- Syed Hussain is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Syed Hussain located?
- Syed Hussain's practice location on file with NPPES is 5645 Main St, Flushing, NY 11355-5045.
- What is Syed Hussain's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Syed Hussain is (718) 670-2138.
- Does Syed Hussain accept Medicare?
- Syed Hussain is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Syed Hussain's NPI active?
- Yes — Syed Hussain's NPI (1538229984) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-06-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.