Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Syed Alam, MD
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Rheumatology Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1396179677
- Accepts Medicare
- 16 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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18400 Katy Fwy Ste 220
Houston, TX 770941827
(832) 522-8521
fax (832) 522-8624 - Additional location
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1000 N Oak Ave
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-5511 - Additional location
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1900 W Polk St
Chicago, IL 606123723
(312) 864-6000 - Mailing address
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19503 Cardiff Park Ln
Houston, TX 770943025
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 9, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #S6781 · Wisconsin #68911
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1396179677. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
388
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$48,731
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 133 | 99 | $88 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 117 | 90 | $126 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 83 | 83 | $160 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 19 | 19 | $105 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 19 | 19 | $211 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 17 | 13 | $175 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 35 peers in this city , average services per provider: 2,499. This provider delivers 0.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$184
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 2 | $49.32 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 2 | $47.65 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 2 | $39.37 | |
| Kyowa Kirin, Inc. | 1 | $24.16 | |
| Insmed, Inc. | 1 | $23.47 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
847
Patients
382
Total drug cost
$374,048
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 186 | 89 | $21,313 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 127 | 63 | $1,242 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 104 | 57 | $5,886 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 67 | 44 | $844 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 66 | 27 | $783 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 48 | 30 | $5,205 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 47 | 17 | $701 |
| Sulfasalazine Dr (Sulfasalazine) | Brand | 37 | 27 | $1,690 |
| Folic Acid | Generic | 33 | 17 | $148 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 29 | 0 | $464 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Syed Alam's medical specialty?
Dr. Syed Alam practices Rheumatology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Syed Alam practice?
Dr. Syed Alam practices at 18400 Katy Fwy Ste 220, Houston, TX 770941827. Office phone: 8325228521.
What is Dr. Syed Alam's NPI?
Dr. Syed Alam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396179677, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Syed Alam accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Syed Alam accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Syed Alam commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.