Shagufta J Chowhan, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
With over 57 years in psychiatry & neurology, Shagufta J Chowhan, M.D. is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in South Bend. She has been in practice for 57+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, anxiety, and schizophrenia (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 83% of reporting doctors in Indiana
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5391dNPPES updated 2011-08-01 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
403 E Madison St, South Bend, IN 46617-2322
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.7%
Indiana avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.9 pts)
Better than 83% of reporting doctors in IndianaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
115
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
183
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,617
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.32M
Percentile rankings compared against 557 reporting peers in Indiana.
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 Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Schizophrenia.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-20%) — less common here
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder — difficulty focusing, hyperactivity, and impulsivity
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-22%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$179 received from industry
10 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 Shagufta J Chowhan's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
57 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Mailing address
Po Box 809, Goshen, IN 46527-0809
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Shagufta J Chowhan
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Shagufta J Chowhan for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, follow-up consultations — no travel to South Bend 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 Shagufta J Chowhan
Dr. Chowhan is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in South Bend, IN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (574) 234-0061.
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 Shagufta J Chowhan
Practice Location
403 E Madison St, South Bend, IN 46617-2322
Mailing Address
Po Box 809, Goshen, IN 46527-0809
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