Sheldon Hirsch, MD
NPI 1174509020 · Nephrology Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sheldon Hirsch, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1174509020).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174509020
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036065928 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,108 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 379 | $349 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 156 | $117 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 143 | $16 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 129 | $51 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 100 | $80 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 179 | 45 |
| Spironolactone | 144 | 45 |
| Sucroferric Oxyhydroxidebrand: Velphoro | 99 | 21 |
| Furosemide | 74 | 26 |
| Losartan Potassium | 72 | 23 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 64 | 20 |
| Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicatebrand: Lokelma | 56 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$36 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 2277 W Howard StChicago, IL 60645-1922Phone: (773) 508-0110Fax: (773) 508-0074
- 1101 S Canal StChicago, IL 60607-4901Phone: (312) 986-0110Fax: (312) 663-1010
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-21
- Last updated
- 2025-07-16
- Certified
- 2025-07-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sheldon Hirsch's NPI number?
- Sheldon Hirsch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174509020, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sheldon Hirsch's specialty?
- Sheldon Hirsch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sheldon Hirsch located?
- Sheldon Hirsch's practice location on file with NPPES is 1717 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616-1219.
- What is Sheldon Hirsch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sheldon Hirsch is (312) 913-0110.
- Does Sheldon Hirsch accept Medicare?
- Sheldon Hirsch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sheldon Hirsch's NPI active?
- Yes — Sheldon Hirsch's NPI (1174509020) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.