Syed Ahmed, MD
NPI 1609000579 · Nephrology Physician · Maywood, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Syed Ahmed, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Maywood, IL (NPI 1609000579).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609000579
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036126511 (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 tenure28% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
3,314 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 668 | $62 |
| 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 | 662 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 469 | $126 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 375 | $48 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 301 | $79 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 345 | 95 |
| Furosemide | 318 | 95 |
| Lisinopril | 149 | 57 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 122 | 29 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 117 | 34 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 85 | 28 |
| Losartan Potassium | 81 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-05-07
- Last updated
- 2025-02-18
- Certified
- 2025-02-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Syed Ahmed's NPI number?
- Syed Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609000579, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Syed Ahmed's specialty?
- Syed Ahmed is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Syed Ahmed located?
- Syed Ahmed's practice location on file with NPPES is 2160 S 1st Ave, Maywood, IL 60153-3328.
- What is Syed Ahmed's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Syed Ahmed is (708) 216-9000.
- Does Syed Ahmed accept Medicare?
- Syed Ahmed is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Syed Ahmed's NPI active?
- Yes — Syed Ahmed's NPI (1609000579) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.