Sharon Gehringer, PA-C
NPI 1053423608 · Adult Medicine Physician · Santa Cruz, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sharon Gehringer, PA-C is a Adult Medicine Physician provider in Santa Cruz, CA (NPI 1053423608).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053423608
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Adult Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 14434 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
279 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. 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 does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 150 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 46 | $117 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 5-10 Minutes99441 | 41 | $30 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 23 | $22 |
| Annual Alcohol Misuse Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0442 | 19 | $18 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $18–$117 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 62 | 14 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 55 | 20 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 49 | 16 |
| Lisinopril | 28 | — |
| Naproxen | 27 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 26 | — |
| Ipratropium/Albuterol Sulfate |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1080 Emeline AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060-1966Phone: (831) 454-4100
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-31
- Last updated
- 2024-07-30
- Certified
- 2024-07-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sharon Gehringer's NPI number?
- Sharon Gehringer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053423608, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sharon Gehringer's specialty?
- Sharon Gehringer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Adult Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sharon Gehringer located?
- Sharon Gehringer's practice location on file with NPPES is 115a Coral St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-2131.
- What is Sharon Gehringer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sharon Gehringer is (831) 454-2080.
- Does Sharon Gehringer accept Medicare?
- Sharon Gehringer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sharon Gehringer's NPI active?
- Yes — Sharon Gehringer's NPI (1053423608) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.