Rania Shammas, M.D.
NPI 1194959338 · Rheumatology Physician · Burbank, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rania Shammas, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Burbank, CA (NPI 1194959338).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194959338
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A104236 (CA)
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
17 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
897 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 | 466 | $137 |
| 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 | 274 | $17 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 47 | $180 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 45 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 39 | $99 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 179 | 50 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 170 | 48 |
| Gabapentin | 157 | 46 |
| Meloxicam | 131 | 48 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 129 | 38 |
| Celecoxib | 107 | 27 |
| Pregabalin | 75 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$14 across 1 record (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
- 2009-05-01
- Last updated
- 2017-03-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rania Shammas's NPI number?
- Rania Shammas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194959338, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rania Shammas's specialty?
- Rania Shammas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rania Shammas located?
- Rania Shammas's practice location on file with NPPES is 2625 W Alameda Ave Ste 322, Burbank, CA 91505-4822.
- What is Rania Shammas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rania Shammas is (818) 843-9020.
- Does Rania Shammas accept Medicare?
- Rania Shammas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rania Shammas's NPI active?
- Yes — Rania Shammas's NPI (1194959338) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-03-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.