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

Q: What is Faraz Ahmad's NPI number?

The NPI number for Faraz Ahmad is 1932333473. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 13, 2009.

Q: What is Faraz Ahmad's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RA0001X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Faraz Ahmad was last updated on August 9, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

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: August 16, 2026.

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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 Medicine Central Dupage 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

Phone(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

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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 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.

56 services19 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.

45 services12 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.

38 services11 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 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.

27 services23 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.

24 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winfield, IL

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number140242

Location25 North Winfield RoadWinfield, IL 60190 · Du Page County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

82.59

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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

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