DR. WAQAR A SALEEM MD
NPI 1588642425
Family Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Louisville, KY

Q: What is Waqar Saleem's NPI number?

The NPI number for Waqar Saleem is 1588642425. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 30, 2005.

Q: What is Waqar Saleem's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QH0002X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Waqar Saleem was last updated on November 18, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.

Active since December 30, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

73.19/100

CMS Quality Rating

200 E CHESTNUT ST BLDG SUITE303, LOUISVILLE, KY 40202(502) 629-5552(502) 629-3132 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 18, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 18, 2024, Oct 3, 2024 (2 updates tracked since 2024).

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About Dr. Waqar A Saleem Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. WAQAR A SALEEM MD (NPI 1588642425) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Louisville, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (35850) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Harrison County Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1588642425

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207QH0002X

Provider Legal NameDR. WAQAR A SALEEMCredential: MD

Location Address200 E CHESTNUT ST BLDG SUITE303Louisville, KY 40202-1831

Mailing Address6801 Dixie Hwy, Suite 130Louisville, KY 40258-3913 · (502) 957-2084 · Fax (502) 957-1058

Phone(502) 629-5552

Fax(502) 629-3132

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1995

Enumeration DateDecember 30, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 18, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedNovember 18, 2024

✔ NPI 1588642425 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207QH0002X

License✔ Licensed in KY · 35850

Definition

A family medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.

Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License 35850 (KY)

200 E CHESTNUT ST BLDG SUITE303, Louisville, KY 40202

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Other Identifiers 3

OtherP00401697KY · Rr Medicare

Medicaid200869250IN

Medicaid64035769KY

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Waqar A Saleem Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5799886768

PECOS Enrollment IDI20070720000050, I20091209000374

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 26

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

1,246 services357 patients

Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99305

An initial nursing facility visit per day is a service where a healthcare professional spends about 35 minutes assessing a patient's health status. This includes reviewing medical history, conducting a physical exam, and developing a care plan based on the patient's needs.

659 services624 patients

Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99305

572 services536 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.

453 services290 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309

331 services232 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.

325 services232 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308

264 services185 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

231 services222 patients

Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99348

An established patient home visit is a 25-minute appointment where a healthcare provider visits you at your home. This service is for patients who have previously been seen by the provider. It includes a check-up and discussion about your health concerns.

203 services124 patients

Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306

An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.

111 services110 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

80 services80 patients

Residence visit for new patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes 99344

A new patient home visit is a comprehensive service where a healthcare professional visits your home for about an hour. This visit includes an overall health assessment, discussion about your medical history, and planning for future healthcare needs. The goal is to understand your health status and provide personalized care.

61 services61 patients

Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99349

An established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.

59 services54 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310

A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.

45 services42 patients

Initial nursing facility care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99304

An initial nursing facility visit is a daily check-up to monitor your health status. This service, lasting typically 25 minutes, involves a nurse assessing your overall wellbeing, discussing concerns, and updating your care plan as needed.

38 services35 patients

Residence visit for established patient with straightforward medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes 99347

An established patient home visit is a service where a healthcare professional visits your home for a 15-minute check-up. It's designed for patients who have previously seen the professional. The visit may include basic health assessments and discussions about your ongoing care.

37 services31 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307

A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.

36 services27 patients

Initial nursing facility care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99304

31 services30 patients

Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and G0180

This is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.

29 services19 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

27 services24 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310

18 services17 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

13 services12 patients

Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307

13 services11 patients

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

13 services13 patients

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497

12 services11 patients

Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Harrison County Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Corydon, IN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number151331

Location1141 Hospital Dr NWCorydon, IN 47112 · Harrison County

Emergency services

Norton Hospitals, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180088

Location200 East Chestnut StreetLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40202 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$82.24 typical visit price

range $52.76 – $162.27

Typical copayment $20.56 (range $13.19 – $40.56)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$93.94 typical visit price

range $16.53 – $131.99

Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $32.99)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

73.19/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

58.74

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

51.91

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 34

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Insertion tray with drainage bag with indwelling catheter, foley type, two-way latex with coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer or hydrophilic, etc.) A4314

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier16 claims16 services$24.25 avg. paid by Medicare

Urinary catheter anchoring device, adhesive skin attachment, each A4333

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier14 claims168 services$2.13 avg. paid by Medicare

Urinary catheter anchoring device, leg strap, each A4334

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$4.72 avg. paid by Medicare

Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each A4357

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

2 suppliers22 claims27 services$8.28 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers16 claims16 services$33.38 avg. paid by Medicare

Tracheostomy, inner cannula A4623

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

2 suppliers11 claims332 services$5.08 avg. paid by Medicare

For diabetics only, fitting (including follow-up), custom preparation and supply of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe manufactured to accommodate multi-density insert(s), per shoe A5500

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

3 suppliers22 claims44 services$60.92 avg. paid by Medicare

For diabetics only, multiple density insert, direct formed, molded to foot after external heat source of 230 degrees fahrenheit or higher, total contact with patient's foot, including arch, base layer minimum of 1/4 inch material of shore a 35 durometer or 3/16 inch material of shore a 40 durometer (or higher), prefabricated, each A5512

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

3 suppliers22 claims132 services$24.84 avg. paid by Medicare

Conforming bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, sterile, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard A6446

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N

1 supplier17 claims1,912 services$0.37 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers11 claims11 services$73.22 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers12 claims36 services$27.61 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers13 claims13 services$15.84 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers21 claims126 services$1.67 avg. paid by Medicare

Tracheostomy tube collar/holder, each A7526

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

2 suppliers11 claims170 services$3.27 avg. paid by Medicare

Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height E0143

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers47 claims47 services$38.44 avg. paid by Medicare

Walker, heavy duty, wheeled, rigid or folding, any type E0149

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier11 claims11 services$7.22 avg. paid by Medicare

Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with fixed arms E0163

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

4 suppliers36 claims36 services$44.74 avg. paid by Medicare

Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with detachable arms E0165

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier28 claims28 services$7.27 avg. paid by Medicare

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

6 suppliers164 claims164 services$41.17 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

6 suppliers71 claims71 services$14.16 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier49 claims49 services$3.39 avg. paid by Medicare

Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) E0630

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers20 claims20 services$21.61 avg. paid by Medicare

Manual wheelchair accessory, wheel lock brake extension (handle), each E0961

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

5 suppliers128 claims235 services$1.60 avg. paid by Medicare

Manual wheelchair accessory, anti-tipping device, each E0971

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

5 suppliers151 claims302 services$2.49 avg. paid by Medicare

Transport chair, adult size, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds E1038

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers36 claims36 services$10.53 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

6 suppliers72 claims72 services$60.74 avg. paid by Medicare

Manual wheelchair accessory, nonstandard seat frame, width greater than or equal to 20 inches and less than 24 inches E2201

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

1 supplier36 claims36 services$26.05 avg. paid by Medicare

General use wheelchair seat cushion, width less than 22 inches, any depth E2601

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

5 suppliers49 claims49 services$32.79 avg. paid by Medicare

General use wheelchair back cushion, width less than 22 inches, any height, including any type mounting hardware E2611

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

5 suppliers33 claims33 services$138.90 avg. paid by Medicare

Standard wheelchair K0001

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

7 suppliers310 claims310 services$16.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Standard hemi (low seat) wheelchair K0002

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

1 supplier35 claims35 services$20.70 avg. paid by Medicare

Lightweight wheelchair K0003

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

5 suppliers61 claims61 services$25.11 avg. paid by Medicare

Heavy duty wheelchair K0006

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

1 supplier46 claims46 services$41.84 avg. paid by Medicare

Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

4 suppliers117 claims117 services$7.19 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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