Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Burhan Chinikhanwala, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Bullhead City, AZ
- NPI 1871553982
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3003 Hiway 95, Ste 100
Bullhead City, AZ 864427860
(928) 704-5400
fax (928) 704-5411
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 23, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arizona #28160
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1871553982. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
46,143
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,603,394
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0129 |
Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 14,950 | 22 | $42 | |
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 9,840 | 98 | $23 | |
J1602 |
Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use | 8,650 | 14 | $13 | |
J1745 |
Injection, infliximab, excludes biosimilar, 10 mg | 8,255 | 26 | $33 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,746 | 748 | $88 | |
J7321 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, hyalgan, supartz or visco-3, for intra-articular injection, per dose | 513 | 54 | $74 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 486 | 130 | $95 | |
96365 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less | 299 | 38 | $63 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 220 | 144 | $56 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 214 | 214 | $164 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Bullhead City Rheumatology Physician, average services per provider: 2,714. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,255
Patients
965
Total drug cost
$891,169
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 1,558 | 352 | $104,324 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 885 | 199 | $22,256 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 499 | 127 | $3,161 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 314 | 77 | $19,716 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 193 | 51 | $1,537 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 167 | 37 | $1,073 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 126 | 29 | $5,271 |
| Folic Acid | Generic | 111 | 30 | $441 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 103 | 28 | $1,071 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 99 | 24 | $2,427 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Burhan Chinikhanwala's medical specialty?
Dr. Burhan Chinikhanwala practices Rheumatology Physician in Bullhead City, AZ.
Where does Dr. Burhan Chinikhanwala practice?
Dr. Burhan Chinikhanwala practices at 3003 Hiway 95, Bullhead City, AZ 864427860. Office phone: 9287045400.
What is Dr. Burhan Chinikhanwala's NPI?
Dr. Burhan Chinikhanwala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871553982, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Burhan Chinikhanwala accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Burhan Chinikhanwala accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Burhan Chinikhanwala commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, abatacept, 10 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0129); Injection, denosumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J0897); Injection, golimumab, 1 mg, for intravenous use (HCPCS J1602). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.