Obaid Shaikh
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Obaid Shaikh practices as part of a group specialist practice in Pittsburgh, PA. With 47+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Pittsburgh area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 96.57/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 96% of MIPS-scored doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
200 Lothrop St Mezzanine Level C Wing, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2536
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 96% of doctors in Pennsylvania on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202396.57/100
Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13 pts)
Top 4% of MIPS-scored doctors in PennsylvaniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better68.2%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-14.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
72
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
65
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
299
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $287k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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 Diabetes.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — 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 (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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.
47 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
Taxonomy: 174400000X
Mailing address
200 Lothrop St Mezzanine Level C Wing, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2546
Differs from practice location
Virtual Specialist Care With Obaid Shaikh
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Obaid Shaikh for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Pittsburgh 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 Obaid Shaikh
Dr. Shaikh is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Pittsburgh, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (412) 648-9130.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
200 Lothrop St Mezzanine Level C Wing, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2536
Mailing Address
200 Lothrop St Mezzanine Level C Wing, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2546
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