Burhan Chinikhanwala, MD
NPI 1871553982 · Rheumatology Physician · Bullhead City, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Burhan Chinikhanwala, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Bullhead City, AZ (NPI 1871553982).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871553982
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 28160 (AZ)
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
3,765 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,854 | $88 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 468 | $94 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 317 | $61 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 246 | $14 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 240 | $162 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 1,760 | 393 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 908 | 212 |
| Prednisone | 557 | 160 |
| Leflunomide | 302 | 79 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 180 | 61 |
| Meloxicam | 174 | 35 |
| Gabapentin | 155 | 42 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-23
- Last updated
- 2008-07-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Burhan Chinikhanwala's NPI number?
- Burhan Chinikhanwala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871553982, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Burhan Chinikhanwala's specialty?
- Burhan Chinikhanwala is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Burhan Chinikhanwala located?
- Burhan Chinikhanwala's practice location on file with NPPES is 3003 Hiway 95, Bullhead City, AZ 86442-7860.
- What is Burhan Chinikhanwala's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Burhan Chinikhanwala is (928) 704-5400.
- Does Burhan Chinikhanwala accept Medicare?
- Burhan Chinikhanwala is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Burhan Chinikhanwala's NPI active?
- Yes — Burhan Chinikhanwala's NPI (1871553982) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-07-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.