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Dr. Farooq Ahmed, M.D
Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Adolescent Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · Skokie, IL
- NPI 1275553240
- Accepts Medicare
- 30 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5200 Main St Ste 201, Family Practice/Dept of Geriatrics
Skokie, IL 600772100
(312) 423-7869 - Mailing address
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2600 S Michigan Ave, 308
Chicago, IL 606162857
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 22, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207QG0300X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Illinois #036118695 · Indiana #01062175A
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1275553240. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,875
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$210,243
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99349 |
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 1,063 | 344 | $133 | |
99348 |
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 339 | 156 | $79 | |
99344 |
Residence visit for new patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes | 117 | 117 | $150 | |
G0180 |
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 | 79 | 75 | $54 | |
G0179 |
Physician or allowed practitioner re-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 a | 67 | 53 | $43 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 49 | 38 | $95 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 49 | 16 | $133 | |
87804 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus | 30 | 15 | $16 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 25 | 25 | $119 | |
87426 |
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus | 24 | 24 | $35 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 156. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
20,999
Patients
2,366
Total drug cost
$672,418
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 3,687 | 392 | $42,243 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 1,953 | 215 | $14,379 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 1,876 | 216 | $13,360 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 1,449 | 179 | $23,523 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 1,417 | 165 | $7,513 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 1,316 | 151 | $14,469 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 1,135 | 147 | $10,289 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 1,098 | 120 | $466,749 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 1,060 | 125 | $16,530 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 1,059 | 109 | $12,422 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Farooq Ahmed's medical specialty?
Dr. Farooq Ahmed practices Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician in Skokie, IL.
Where does Dr. Farooq Ahmed practice?
Dr. Farooq Ahmed practices at 5200 Main St Ste 201, Skokie, IL 600772100. Office phone: 3124237869.
What is Dr. Farooq Ahmed's NPI?
Dr. Farooq Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275553240, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Farooq Ahmed accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Farooq Ahmed accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Farooq Ahmed commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99349); Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99348); Residence visit for new patient with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99344). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.