Janak Shah, M.D.
NPI 1225052319 · Gastroenterology Physician · New Orleans, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Janak Shah, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in New Orleans, LA (NPI 1225052319).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225052319
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A062387 (CA)
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
19 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
238 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Review By Radiologist of Image From Tube Placement Into Bile Duct Using an Endoscope74328 | 44 | $22 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 32 | $166 |
| Removal of Stone Or Debris From Bile Or Pancreatic Duct Using a Flexible Endoscope43264 | 30 | $141 |
| Ultrasound Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43259 | 25 | $198 |
| Insertion of Stent Into Pancreatic Or Bile Duct Using a Flexible Endoscope43274 | 24 | $379 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 72 | 67 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 49 | 11 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 34 | 34 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 28 | 19 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 25 | 24 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 15 | 11 |
| Omeprazole |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$271 across 4 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
- 2006-07-26
- Last updated
- 2015-12-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Janak Shah's NPI number?
- Janak Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225052319, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Janak Shah's specialty?
- Janak Shah is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Janak Shah located?
- Janak Shah's practice location on file with NPPES is 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121-2429.
- What is Janak Shah's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Janak Shah is (504) 842-4015.
- Does Janak Shah accept Medicare?
- Janak Shah is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Janak Shah's NPI active?
- Yes — Janak Shah's NPI (1225052319) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-12-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.