Mark Allen Farag, M.D.
Mark Allen Farag is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in Des Plaines, IL with over 16 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PAIN MANAGEMENT
Mark Allen Farag, M.D. practices as part of a group pain medicine anesthesiology specialist practice in Des Plaines, IL. Trained at Rush Medical College of Rush University (class of 2010), he has been practicing for over 16 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
Older · 1060dNPPES updated 2023-06-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Medical
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better59.01%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+53.9 pts)
59.01% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
66
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
34
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
222
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $9k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
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 (+21%) — 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 (-9%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$674 received from industry
11 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Mark Allen Farag's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2010
Rush Medical College
Board certified · Jun 27, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
16 years in practice
Experienced
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Education & Training
Rush Medical College of Rush University (Class of 2010)
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Mark Allen Farag
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mark Allen Farag for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Des Plaines 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 Mark Allen Farag
Dr. Farag is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Des Plaines, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (773) 767-2225.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Mark Allen Farag
Practice Location
9680 Golf Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016-1522
Mailing Address
9680 Golf Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016-1522
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