Waqar Cheema, MD
NPI 1902888332 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Norwood, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Waqar Cheema, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Norwood, MA (NPI 1902888332).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902888332
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 151453 (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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,419 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,176 | $139 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 829 | $16 |
| Blood Test, Clotting Time85610 | 317 | $4 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System Or Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93296 | 230 | $25 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 226 | $220 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 54 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 979 | 286 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 771 | 230 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 541 | 172 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 522 | 129 |
| Furosemide | 379 | 132 |
| Losartan Potassium | 304 | 91 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$99 across 5 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 235 N Pearl StBrockton, MA 02301-1794Phone: (508) 427-3000
- 15 Payson RdSuite 1Foxboro, MA 02035Phone: (508) 384-2500Fax: (508) 384-9410
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-21
- Last updated
- 2026-02-18
- Certified
- 2026-02-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Waqar Cheema's NPI number?
- Waqar Cheema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902888332, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Waqar Cheema's specialty?
- Waqar Cheema is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Waqar Cheema located?
- Waqar Cheema's practice location on file with NPPES is 825 Washington St, Norwood, MA 02062-3441.
- What is Waqar Cheema's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Waqar Cheema is (781) 255-0561.
- Does Waqar Cheema accept Medicare?
- Waqar Cheema is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Waqar Cheema's NPI active?
- Yes — Waqar Cheema's NPI (1902888332) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.