Balu Shetty, MD
NPI 1033104948 · Gastroenterology Physician · N Huntingdon, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Balu Shetty, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in N Huntingdon, PA (NPI 1033104948).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1033104948
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD039618L (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 315 | 125 |
| Famotidine | 126 | 51 |
| Omeprazole | 49 | 21 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 48 | 47 |
| Mesalamine | 44 | 15 |
| Mercaptopurine | 22 | — |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 17 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$54 across 3 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-09-16
- Last updated
- 2011-10-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Balu Shetty's NPI number?
- Balu Shetty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033104948, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Balu Shetty's specialty?
- Balu Shetty is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Balu Shetty located?
- Balu Shetty's practice location on file with NPPES is 8775 Norwin Ave, N Huntingdon, PA 15642-2718.
- What is Balu Shetty's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Balu Shetty is (724) 864-0503.
- Does Balu Shetty accept Medicare?
- Balu Shetty is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Balu Shetty's NPI active?
- Yes — Balu Shetty's NPI (1033104948) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-10-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.