Sohaib Faruqi, MD
NPI 1720039209 · Gastroenterology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sohaib Faruqi, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1720039209).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720039209
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- L3640 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 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
705 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 193 | $128 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 114 | $168 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 105 | $75 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 99 | $90 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 84 | $252 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 146 | 61 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 116 | 35 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sul/Nacl/Kcl/Asb/Cbrand: Plenvu | 76 | 74 |
| Omeprazole | 56 | 27 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 17 | — |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 17 | — |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 15 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-12
- Last updated
- 2022-01-04
- Certified
- 2022-01-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sohaib Faruqi's NPI number?
- Sohaib Faruqi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720039209, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sohaib Faruqi's specialty?
- Sohaib Faruqi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sohaib Faruqi located?
- Sohaib Faruqi's practice location on file with NPPES is 18220 State Highway 249 Ste 290, Houston, TX 77070-4370.
- What is Sohaib Faruqi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sohaib Faruqi is (281) 897-8866.
- Does Sohaib Faruqi accept Medicare?
- Sohaib Faruqi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sohaib Faruqi's NPI active?
- Yes — Sohaib Faruqi's NPI (1720039209) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.