Zahra Sheikh, MD
NPI 1851389522 · Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Worcester, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Geriatric Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Zahra Sheikh, MD is a Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Worcester, MA (NPI 1851389522).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851389522
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 226913 (MA)
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
641 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 220 | $153 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 121 | $130 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 105 | $181 |
| Prolonged Nursing Facility Evaluation and Management Service(s) Beyond the Total Time for the Primary Service (when the Primary Service Has Been Selected Using Time on the Date of the Primary Service); Each Additional 15 Minutes By the Physician Or QualifiG0317 | 42 | $30 |
| Nursing Facility Discharge Management, More Than 30 Minutes99316 | 31 | $130 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 130 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,102 | 82 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 999 | 49 |
| Gabapentin | 798 | 50 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 727 | 43 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 665 | 39 |
| Lisinopril | 653 | 42 |
| Omeprazole |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$41 across 2 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
- 2005-10-07
- Last updated
- 2022-05-01
- Certified
- 2022-05-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Zahra Sheikh's NPI number?
- Zahra Sheikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851389522, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Zahra Sheikh's specialty?
- Zahra Sheikh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Zahra Sheikh located?
- Zahra Sheikh's practice location on file with NPPES is 291 Lincoln St, Worcester, MA 01605-3643.
- What is Zahra Sheikh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Zahra Sheikh is (508) 334-6251.
- Does Zahra Sheikh accept Medicare?
- Zahra Sheikh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Zahra Sheikh's NPI active?
- Yes — Zahra Sheikh's NPI (1851389522) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-05-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.