Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Shams Bufalino, M.D.

Hematology & Oncology Physician (CMS: Hematology/Oncology) · Park Ridge, IL

  • NPI 1831488741
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 15 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1700 Luther Ln
Park Ridge, IL 600681270
(847) 268-8200

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
March 2011 — 15 yrs on file
Profile last updated
December 20, 2021
Year of graduation
2011 — 15 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207RH0003X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Illinois #036-134665

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1831488741. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
1,084
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$117,727
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
99214 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes 494 169 $101
99233 Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 258 54 $125
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 119 94 $67
99223 Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 62 47 $182
99215 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes 50 37 $150
99232 Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 41 29 $83
36415 Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 29 18 $7
99205 New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes 17 17 $191
99222 Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 14 13 $137

In context: peer comparison

Among 10 peers in this city , average services per provider: 121. This provider delivers 9.0× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
690
Patients
156
Total drug cost
$939,915
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Eliquis (Apixaban) Brand 135 32 $138,041
Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) Brand 65 17 $3,027
Hydroxyurea Generic 64 12 $1,591
Acyclovir Generic 63 19 $1,036
Venclexta (Venetoclax) Brand 57 11 $191,584
Levofloxacin Generic 45 0 $619
Xarelto (Rivaroxaban) Brand 44 0 $52,501
Allopurinol Generic 38 17 $378
Dexamethasone Generic 38 19 $774
Prednisone Generic 28 12 $91

Hospital affiliations

CMS Hospital Compare

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Shams Bufalino's medical specialty?
Dr. Shams Bufalino practices Hematology & Oncology Physician in Park Ridge, IL.
Where does Dr. Shams Bufalino practice?
Dr. Shams Bufalino practices at 1700 Luther Ln, Park Ridge, IL 600681270. Office phone: 8472688200.
What is Dr. Shams Bufalino's NPI?
Dr. Shams Bufalino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831488741, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Shams Bufalino accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Shams Bufalino accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Shams Bufalino commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.