Shaikh Ali, MD PA
NPI 1629026273 · Rheumatology Physician · Tomball, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shaikh Ali, MD PA is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Tomball, TX (NPI 1629026273).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629026273
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD PA
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- J8874 (TX)
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
2,174 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 625 | $74 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 580 | $94 |
| 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 | 257 | $17 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 125 | $134 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 124 | $9 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 83 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 1,051 | 289 |
| Prednisone | 824 | 241 |
| Leflunomide | 740 | 197 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 399 | 141 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 351 | 97 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 268 | 56 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,973 across 146 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
- 2006-05-05
- Last updated
- 2012-05-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shaikh Ali's NPI number?
- Shaikh Ali's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629026273, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shaikh Ali's specialty?
- Shaikh Ali is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shaikh Ali located?
- Shaikh Ali's practice location on file with NPPES is 455 School St, Tomball, TX 77375-4593.
- What is Shaikh Ali's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shaikh Ali is (281) 357-0666.
- Does Shaikh Ali accept Medicare?
- Shaikh Ali is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shaikh Ali's NPI active?
- Yes — Shaikh Ali's NPI (1629026273) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-05-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.