Nilofar Ikram Syed, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Nilofar Ikram Syed is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Dallas, TX with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Nilofar Ikram Syed, M.D. has been part of the Dallas medical community since 2007 in group practice. Trained at Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn Rsv University (class of 2007), she has been practicing for over 19 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 19% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75390-7201
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202374.6/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-9 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.63%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.5 pts)
4.63% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
161
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
207
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,490
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.49M
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
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 Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$254 received from industry
3 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Nilofar Ikram Syed's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2007
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 8, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
19 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
Education & Training
Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn Rsv University (Class of 2007)
Mailing address
Po Box 845347, Dallas, TX 75284-5347
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Nilofar Ikram Syed
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Nilofar Ikram Syed for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Dallas 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 Nilofar Ikram Syed
Dr. Syed is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Dallas, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (214) 645-2800.
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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Practice Location
5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75390-7201
Mailing Address
Po Box 845347, Dallas, TX 75284-5347
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