Zahid Shaikh, M.D.
NPI 1740441294 · Internal Medicine Physician · Walnut Creek, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Zahid Shaikh, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Walnut Creek, CA (NPI 1740441294).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740441294
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A114438 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
18 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
8,784 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 6,794 | $80 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 761 | $191 |
| Nursing Facility Discharge Management, More Than 30 Minutes99316 | 385 | $138 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 334 | $88 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 223 | $163 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 207 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,028 | 233 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 638 | 125 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 601 | 122 |
| Gabapentin | 576 | 156 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 564 | 150 |
| Furosemide | 393 | 110 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-18
- Last updated
- 2016-05-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Zahid Shaikh's NPI number?
- Zahid Shaikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740441294, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Zahid Shaikh's specialty?
- Zahid Shaikh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Zahid Shaikh located?
- Zahid Shaikh's practice location on file with NPPES is 1220 Rossmoor Pkwy, Walnut Creek, CA 94595-2501.
- What is Zahid Shaikh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Zahid Shaikh is (925) 947-3393.
- Does Zahid Shaikh accept Medicare?
- Zahid Shaikh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Zahid Shaikh's NPI active?
- Yes — Zahid Shaikh's NPI (1740441294) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-05-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.