Ghazal Shaikh, M.D.
NPI 1992719868 · Family Medicine Physician · Independence, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ghazal Shaikh, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Independence, MO (NPI 1992719868).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992719868
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 200301 (MO)
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
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,228 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 | 556 | $118 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 361 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 322 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 265 | $13 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 | 215 | $16 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 167 | $17 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 164 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 893 | 258 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 558 | 154 |
| Lisinopril | 544 | 141 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 539 | 142 |
| Losartan Potassium | 463 | 135 |
| Alprazolam | 416 | 65 |
| Omeprazole |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$445 across 16 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
- 2006-07-28
- Last updated
- 2021-11-01
- Certified
- 2021-11-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ghazal Shaikh's NPI number?
- Ghazal Shaikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992719868, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ghazal Shaikh's specialty?
- Ghazal Shaikh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ghazal Shaikh located?
- Ghazal Shaikh's practice location on file with NPPES is 4811 S Arrowhead Dr, Independence, MO 64055-6981.
- What is Ghazal Shaikh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ghazal Shaikh is (816) 356-5000.
- Does Ghazal Shaikh accept Medicare?
- Ghazal Shaikh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ghazal Shaikh's NPI active?
- Yes — Ghazal Shaikh's NPI (1992719868) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.