Murad Alam, MD
NPI 1578553822 · MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Murad Alam, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1578553822).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578553822
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- MOHS-Micrographic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036107422 (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
7,520 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,413 | $7 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, Each Additional Stage, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17312 | 906 | $437 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 835 | $564 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 657 | $136 |
| Shaving of Skin Growth of Body, Arms, Or Legs, 0.6-1.0 Cm11301 | 464 | $82 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 562 | 484 |
| Minocycline Hcl | 254 | 234 |
| Mupirocin | 83 | 75 |
| Ketoconazole | 67 | 46 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 55 | 45 |
| Gentamicin Sulfate | 47 | 44 |
| Hydrocortisone | 29 | 19 |
| Imiquimod | 23 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$566 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
- 2005-10-27
- Last updated
- 2025-05-06
- Certified
- 2025-05-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Murad Alam's NPI number?
- Murad Alam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578553822, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Murad Alam's specialty?
- Murad Alam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Murad Alam located?
- Murad Alam's practice location on file with NPPES is 680 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611-4546.
- What is Murad Alam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Murad Alam is (312) 695-6647.
- Does Murad Alam accept Medicare?
- Murad Alam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Murad Alam's NPI active?
- Yes — Murad Alam's NPI (1578553822) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.