FARAZ SHAFIQUE AHMAD MD
NPI 1932333473
Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology in Chicago, IL

Active since May 13, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.1/100
CMS Quality Rating
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 600, CHICAGO, IL 60611(312) 695-4965 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 9, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Faraz Shafique Ahmad Md NPPES

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

FARAZ SHAFIQUE AHMAD MD (NPI 1932333473) is an individual advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology provider in Chicago, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036.132788) and active in the NPI registry since May 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of Medicine (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932333473
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RA0001X
Provider Legal NameFARAZ SHAFIQUE AHMADCredential: MD
Location Address676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 600Chicago, IL 60611
Mailing Address676 N Saint Clair St Ste 600Chicago, IL 60611-2981 · (312) 695-4965
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateMay 13, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 9, 2018
NPI 1932333473 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RA0001X
License Licensed in IL · 036.132788
Definition

Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology would participate in the inpatient and outpatient management of patients with advanced heart failure across the spectrum from consideration for high-risk cardiac surgery, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to pre-and post-operative evaluation and management of patients with cardiac transplants and mechanical support devices, and end-of-life care for patients with end-stage heart failure.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MT194990 (PA)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseTaxonomy 207RC0000X · License 036.132788 (IL)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License MT194990 (PA)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 600, Chicago, IL 60611

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

Faraz Shafique Ahmad 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 ID4183914963
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180913000015
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 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 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.
79 services32 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
42 services19 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
40 services33 patients
Evaluation of lower heart chamber assist device 93750
An evaluation of a lower heart chamber assist device is a procedure to check the function of an implanted device aiding your heart's lower chambers. This helps ensure optimal heart function by monitoring the device's performance and your heart's response to it.
36 services16 patients
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 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.
26 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Chicago, IL
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number140281
Location251 E Huron StChicago, IL 60611 · Cook County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60611 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
$138.86 typical visit price
range $60.08 – $183.39
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.02 – $45.84)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$105.70 typical visit price
range $18.97 – $148.12
Typical copayment $26.42 (range $4.74 – $37.03)
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.

94.1/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Quality82.59
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 10

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

Internal Medicine (Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 600
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 600
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 600
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Hospitalist
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 600
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 600
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 600
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Nurse Practitioner
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 600
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Nurse Practitioner
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 600
CHICAGO, IL 60611

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1932333473, enumerated as an "individual" on May 13, 2009.

The provider is located at 676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 600 CHICAGO, IL 60611 and the phone number is (312) 695-4965.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RA0001X and a focus in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology.

Faraz Ahmad is affiliated with: NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL.