Syed Abbas, M.D.
NPI 1982658902 · Rheumatology Physician · Lexington, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Syed Abbas, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Lexington, KY (NPI 1982658902).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982658902
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- WV 20928 (WV)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2,072 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 909 | $82 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 424 | $117 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 198 | $24 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 139 | $63 |
| 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 | 107 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 57 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 1,573 | 476 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 975 | 285 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 861 | 235 |
| Gabapentin | 315 | 61 |
| Allopurinol | 274 | 80 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 273 | 36 |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,081 across 40 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
- 2006-05-22
- Last updated
- 2021-03-01
- Certified
- 2021-03-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Syed Abbas's NPI number?
- Syed Abbas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982658902, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Syed Abbas's specialty?
- Syed Abbas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Syed Abbas located?
- Syed Abbas's practice location on file with NPPES is 1221 S Broadway, Lexington, KY 40504-2701.
- What is Syed Abbas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Syed Abbas is (859) 258-4450.
- Does Syed Abbas accept Medicare?
- Syed Abbas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Syed Abbas's NPI active?
- Yes — Syed Abbas's NPI (1982658902) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.