Sharon Palushock, M.D.
NPI 1154300036 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Old Forge, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sharon Palushock, M.D. is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Old Forge, PA (NPI 1154300036).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154300036
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD040639 L (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
704 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 337 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 281 | $170 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 54 | $122 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 17 | $209 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 15 | $86 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $86–$209 (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 · 42 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodiumbrand: Synthroid | 1,332 | 239 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 945 | 192 |
| Liothyronine Sodium | 194 | 53 |
| Metformin Hcl | 180 | 37 |
| Losartan Potassium | 108 | 20 |
| Glimepiride | 106 | 28 |
| Glipizide | 99 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$28 across 2 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
- 2006-01-10
- Last updated
- 2015-01-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sharon Palushock's NPI number?
- Sharon Palushock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154300036, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sharon Palushock's specialty?
- Sharon Palushock is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sharon Palushock located?
- Sharon Palushock's practice location on file with NPPES is 939 Moosic Rd, Old Forge, PA 18518-2034.
- What is Sharon Palushock's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sharon Palushock is (570) 471-3506.
- Does Sharon Palushock accept Medicare?
- Sharon Palushock is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sharon Palushock's NPI active?
- Yes — Sharon Palushock's NPI (1154300036) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-01-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.