Sheba Asghar, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Sheba Asghar, M.D. practices as part of a group endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism specialist practice in Cumberland, MD. With 26+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Cumberland area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol.
Older · 893dNPPES updated 2023-11-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maryland Board of Physicians
Contact & Location
Practice Location
12502 Willowbrook Rd, Cumberland, MD 21502
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better44%
Maryland avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-38.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
126
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
242
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
982
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $628k
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, Diabetes, and High Cholesterol.
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$575 received from industry
7 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 Sheba Asghar's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Nov 29, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
26 years in practice
Experienced
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Mailing address
Po Box 1671, Cumberland, MD 21501-1671
Differs from practice location
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Sheba Asghar
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sheba Asghar for blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins, cholesterol management — no travel to Cumberland 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 Sheba Asghar
NPI records show Dr. Asghar as active with telehealth listed in Cumberland, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (240) 964-8900.
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 Sheba Asghar
Practice Location
12502 Willowbrook Rd, Cumberland, MD 21502
Mailing Address
Po Box 1671, Cumberland, MD 21501-1671
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