Nish Shah, M.D.
NPI 1255775177 · Sports Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · Richmond, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nish Shah, M.D. is a Sports Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician provider in Richmond, TX (NPI 1255775177).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255775177
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Sports Medicine (Family Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- BP10046758 (TX)
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
13 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
1,510 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 483 | $107 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 379 | $122 |
| 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 | 177 | $16 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 95 | $38 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 86 | $160 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 288 | 112 |
| Celecoxib | 101 | 32 |
| Naproxen | 91 | 33 |
| Gabapentin | 78 | 29 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 61 | 36 |
| Ibuprofen | 48 | — |
| Prednisone | 44 | 38 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 32 |
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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 4301 Garth RdSuite 400Baytown, TX 77521-3153Phone: (713) 441-1577
- 4301 Garth RdSuite 400Baytown, TX 77521-3153Phone: (713) 441-1577
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-04-22
- Last updated
- 2018-03-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nish Shah's NPI number?
- Nish Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255775177, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nish Shah's specialty?
- Nish Shah is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Sports Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nish Shah located?
- Nish Shah's practice location on file with NPPES is 7790 W Grand Pkwy S Ste 100, Richmond, TX 77406-5830.
- What is Nish Shah's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nish Shah is (281) 690-4678.
- Does Nish Shah accept Medicare?
- Nish Shah is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nish Shah's NPI active?
- Yes — Nish Shah's NPI (1255775177) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-03-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.