Sharon Dowell, MBBS
NPI 1225214463 · Rheumatology Physician · Washington, DC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sharon Dowell, MBBS is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Washington, DC (NPI 1225214463).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225214463
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MBBS
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD040380 (DC)
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
18 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
328 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 | 189 | $88 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 85 | $121 |
| 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 | 26 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 17 | $61 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 11 | $132 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 101 | 24 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 91 | 23 |
| Prednisone | 61 | 27 |
| Colchicine | 52 | 16 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 48 | 17 |
| Meloxicam | 40 | 21 |
| Leflunomide | 30 | — |
| Etanercept |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,046 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-01-17
- Last updated
- 2012-08-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sharon Dowell's NPI number?
- Sharon Dowell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225214463, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sharon Dowell's specialty?
- Sharon Dowell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sharon Dowell located?
- Sharon Dowell's practice location on file with NPPES is 2041 Georgia Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20060-0001.
- What is Sharon Dowell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sharon Dowell is (202) 865-6723.
- Does Sharon Dowell accept Medicare?
- Sharon Dowell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sharon Dowell's NPI active?
- Yes — Sharon Dowell's NPI (1225214463) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-08-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.