Shirley Pua, M.D.
NPI 1164426961 · Gastroenterology Physician · Visalia, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shirley Pua, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Visalia, CA (NPI 1164426961).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164426961
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 31301 (IA)
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
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
744 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 277 | $92 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 113 | $98 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 101 | $81 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 84 | $245 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 64 | $114 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 256 | 82 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 169 | 61 |
| Famotidine | 113 | 31 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 54 | 50 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 44 | 13 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 36 | 33 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,141 across 40 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1601 Nw 114th StSte 342Clive, IA 50325-7036Phone: (515) 222-7600Fax: (515) 222-7643
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-09
- Last updated
- 2019-11-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shirley Pua's NPI number?
- Shirley Pua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164426961, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shirley Pua's specialty?
- Shirley Pua is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shirley Pua located?
- Shirley Pua's practice location on file with NPPES is 5400 W Hillsdale Ave, Visalia, CA 93291.
- What is Shirley Pua's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shirley Pua is (559) 738-7532.
- Does Shirley Pua accept Medicare?
- Shirley Pua is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shirley Pua's NPI active?
- Yes — Shirley Pua's NPI (1164426961) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-11-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.