Shahzad Hussain, MD
NPI 1982795191 · Rheumatology Physician · Lakewood, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shahzad Hussain, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Lakewood, NJ (NPI 1982795191).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982795191
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
32,011 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection, Triamcinolone Acetonide, Preservative Free, 1 MgJ3300 | 27,780 | $5 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,298 | $96 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 996 | $134 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 463 | $83 |
| Fluoroscopic Guidance for Needle Placement77002 | 386 | $124 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 252 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 51 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 1,194 | 369 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 758 | 216 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 198 | 64 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 193 | 50 |
| Pregabalin | 171 | 64 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 162 | 29 |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,100 across 72 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
- 2006-09-27
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shahzad Hussain's NPI number?
- Shahzad Hussain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982795191, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shahzad Hussain's specialty?
- Shahzad Hussain is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shahzad Hussain located?
- Shahzad Hussain's practice location on file with NPPES is 101 Prospect Street, Lakewood, NJ 08701.
- What is Shahzad Hussain's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shahzad Hussain is (732) 370-7711.
- Does Shahzad Hussain accept Medicare?
- Shahzad Hussain is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shahzad Hussain's NPI active?
- Yes — Shahzad Hussain's NPI (1982795191) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.