Muhammad Waqar Khattak, M.D.
Muhammad Waqar Khattak is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Peoria, IL with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Muhammad Waqar Khattak, M.D. practices as part of a group nephrologist practice in Peoria, IL. He has been in practice for 26+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 67% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
420 Ne Glen Oak Ave Ste 401, Peoria, IL 61603
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.5%
Illinois avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IllinoisHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
757
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
366
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,432
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $212k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jan 15, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
26 years in practice
Experienced
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Mailing address
420 Ne Glen Oak Ave Ste 401, Peoria, IL 61603-3112
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Muhammad Waqar Khattak
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Muhammad Waqar Khattak for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Peoria 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 Muhammad Waqar Khattak
Dr. Khattak is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Peoria, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (309) 676-8123.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Muhammad Waqar Khattak
Practice Location
420 Ne Glen Oak Ave Ste 401, Peoria, IL 61603
Mailing Address
420 Ne Glen Oak Ave Ste 401, Peoria, IL 61603-3112
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