Niharika Sharma, M.D.
NPI 1235445255 · Internal Medicine Physician · Akron, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Niharika Sharma, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Akron, OH (NPI 1235445255).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235445255
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 125057462 (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
15 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
471 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 | 228 | $98 |
| 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 | 150 | $16 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 52 | $134 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 30 | $78 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 11 | $149 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 301 | 106 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 231 | 85 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 129 | 43 |
| Prednisone | 112 | 53 |
| Allopurinol | 56 | 20 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 55 | 11 |
| Leflunomide | 50 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$440 across 12 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
- 2010-08-27
- Last updated
- 2025-01-23
- Certified
- 2025-01-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Niharika Sharma's NPI number?
- Niharika Sharma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235445255, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Niharika Sharma's specialty?
- Niharika Sharma is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Niharika Sharma located?
- Niharika Sharma's practice location on file with NPPES is 4125 Medina Rd Ste 209, Akron, OH 44333-4514.
- What is Niharika Sharma's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Niharika Sharma is (330) 344-7820.
- Does Niharika Sharma accept Medicare?
- Niharika Sharma is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Niharika Sharma's NPI active?
- Yes — Niharika Sharma's NPI (1235445255) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.