Ali Ajam, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Ali Ajam is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Columbus, OH with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 26 years in internal medicine, Ali Ajam, MD is a long-established rheumatologist in Columbus. He has been practicing since 2007 — over 26 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol. CMS MIPS quality score: 95.31/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 32% of reporting doctors in Ohio
- Uses generic medications more than 55% of reporting doctors in Ohio
- Federal MIPS score higher than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in Ohio
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
543 Taylor Ave Ste 3084, Columbus, OH 43203-1278
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 70% of doctors in Ohio on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202395.31/100
Ohio avg: 85.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.7 pts)
Better than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in OhioHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.65%
Ohio avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
1.65% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.8%
Ohio avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in OhioHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
251
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
236
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,698
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $836k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,065 reporting peers in Ohio.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$9.6k received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·High tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Ali Ajam's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Mar 8, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
26 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Mailing address
700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120, Columbus, OH 43202-1559
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Ali Ajam
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ali Ajam for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Columbus required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ali Ajam
Dr. Ajam is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Columbus, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (614) 293-4837.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ali Ajam
Practice Location
543 Taylor Ave Ste 3084, Columbus, OH 43203-1278
Mailing Address
700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120, Columbus, OH 43202-1559
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