Shamsul Alam, M.D.
NPI 1912953373 · Nephrology Physician · Bentonville, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shamsul Alam, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Bentonville, AR (NPI 1912953373).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912953373
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E4954 (AR)
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
780 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 215 | $311 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 173 | $244 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 105 | $261 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 89 | $88 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 80 | $104 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 227 | 61 |
| Losartan Potassium | 224 | 56 |
| Calcium Acetate | 201 | 61 |
| Parenteral Amino Acid 20% No.1brand: Prosol | 158 | — |
| Furosemide | 152 | 40 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 149 | 31 |
| Carvedilol | 120 | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$214 across 8 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
- 2006-05-26
- Last updated
- 2015-09-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shamsul Alam's NPI number?
- Shamsul Alam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912953373, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shamsul Alam's specialty?
- Shamsul Alam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shamsul Alam located?
- Shamsul Alam's practice location on file with NPPES is 2618 Se J St, Bentonville, AR 72712-3767.
- What is Shamsul Alam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shamsul Alam is (479) 271-9393.
- Does Shamsul Alam accept Medicare?
- Shamsul Alam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shamsul Alam's NPI active?
- Yes — Shamsul Alam's NPI (1912953373) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-09-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.