Shahid Rafiq, MD
Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & Omm
Shahid Rafiq, MD practices as part of a group neuromusculoskeletal medicine & omm specialist practice in Frederick, MD. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 41 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 75/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 42% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Uses generic medications more than 69% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Federal MIPS score higher than 30% of MIPS-scored doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
196 Thomas Johnson Dr Suite 120, Frederick, MD 21702-4397
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202375/100
Maryland avg: 77.8 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.94%
Maryland avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Maryland0.94% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.6%
Maryland avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MarylandHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,516
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
379
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,648
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $403k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
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 (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+39%) — 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 (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.8k received from industry
90 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 Shahid Rafiq's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
The Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine physician directs special attention to the neuromusculoskeletal system and its interaction with other body systems. Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine encompasses increased knowledge and understanding of osteopathic principles and practice and heightened technical skills of osteopathic manipulative medicine, and integrates each of these into the management of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Taxonomy: 204D00000X
Virtual Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine & Omm Care With Shahid Rafiq
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Shahid Rafiq for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Frederick 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 Shahid Rafiq
Dr. Rafiq is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Frederick, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (240) 566-3130.
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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Contact Shahid Rafiq
Practice Location
196 Thomas Johnson Dr Suite 120, Frederick, MD 21702-4397
Mailing Address
196 Thomas Johnson Dr Suite 120, Frederick, MD 21702-4397
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