Syema Sheikh, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Syema Sheikh is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Lake Barrington, IL with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: SLEEP MEDICINE
Syema Sheikh, MD practices as part of a group neurology psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Lake Barrington, IL. A Chicago College of Medicine and Surgery graduate since 2013, she brings 13+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 31% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
22285 N Pepper Rd Ste 401, Lake Barrington, IL 60010-2542
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.48%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.6 pts)
2.48% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
291
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
235
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
847
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $78k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
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 (+8%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 (-1%) — less common here
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.1k received from industry
42 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 Syema Sheikh's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2013
Chicago College of Medicine and Surgery
Board certified · Dec 14, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
13 years in practice
Established
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
Chicago College of Medicine and Surgery (Class of 2013)
Mailing address
5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60637-1447
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Syema Sheikh
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Syema Sheikh for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Lake Barrington 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 Syema Sheikh
Dr. Sheikh is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Lake Barrington, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (847) 882-6604.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Syema Sheikh
Practice Location
22285 N Pepper Rd Ste 401, Lake Barrington, IL 60010-2542
Mailing Address
5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60637-1447
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