Saba Ahmed
NPI 1861448003 · Rheumatology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Saba Ahmed is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1861448003).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861448003
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036090363 (IL)
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
823 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 | 234 | $140 |
| 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 | 217 | $18 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 160 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 106 | $99 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 49 | $245 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 223 | 86 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 222 | 56 |
| Meloxicam | 221 | 76 |
| Gabapentin | 213 | 50 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 187 | 68 |
| Prednisone | 177 | 45 |
| Allopurinol | 108 | 35 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-26
- Last updated
- 2022-10-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Saba Ahmed's NPI number?
- Saba Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861448003, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Saba Ahmed's specialty?
- Saba Ahmed is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Saba Ahmed located?
- Saba Ahmed's practice location on file with NPPES is 5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60637-1443.
- What is Saba Ahmed's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Saba Ahmed is (888) 824-0200.
- Does Saba Ahmed accept Medicare?
- Saba Ahmed is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Saba Ahmed's NPI active?
- Yes — Saba Ahmed's NPI (1861448003) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-10-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.