Bharat Sharma, M.D.
NPI 1255795571 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · The Woodlands, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bharat Sharma, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in The Woodlands, TX (NPI 1255795571).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255795571
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- T2748 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
247 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 | 102 | $126 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 100 | $90 |
| Other Procedure on Nervous System64999 | 22 | $73 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Esophagus, Stomach, Or Upper Small Bowel Using an Endoscope00731 | 12 | $87 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 11 | $99 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $73–$126 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 151 | 49 |
| Pregabalin | 94 | 36 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 86 | 35 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 86 | 41 |
| Celecoxib | 69 | 23 |
| Methocarbamol | 61 | 29 |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | 39 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$27 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 (1)
- 1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121-2483Phone: (504) 842-4000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-04-12
- Last updated
- 2024-05-10
- Certified
- 2024-05-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bharat Sharma's NPI number?
- Bharat Sharma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255795571, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bharat Sharma's specialty?
- Bharat Sharma is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Bharat Sharma located?
- Bharat Sharma's practice location on file with NPPES is 1441 Woodstead Ct., The Woodlands, TX 77380.
- What is Bharat Sharma's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bharat Sharma is (281) 367-0400.
- Does Bharat Sharma accept Medicare?
- Bharat Sharma is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bharat Sharma's NPI active?
- Yes — Bharat Sharma's NPI (1255795571) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.