Nirav Shah, M.D.
NPI 1306282439 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Skokie, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nirav Shah, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Skokie, IL (NPI 1306282439).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1306282439
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036144944 (IL)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
818 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 177 | $151 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 128 | $102 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 99 | $142 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 63 | $31 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 60 | $106 |
| Insertion of Peripheral Nerve Neurostimulator Electrode Through Skin |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Duloxetine Hcl | 236 | 70 |
| Celecoxib | 176 | 81 |
| Baclofen | 167 | 97 |
| Gabapentin | 102 | 25 |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | 90 | 25 |
| Meloxicam | 59 | 34 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 33 | — |
| Tramadol Hcl | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$20,010 across 51 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
- 2013-05-15
- Last updated
- 2018-10-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nirav Shah's NPI number?
- Nirav Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306282439, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nirav Shah's specialty?
- Nirav Shah is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nirav Shah located?
- Nirav Shah's practice location on file with NPPES is 9600 Gross Point Road, Skokie, IL 60076.
- What is Nirav Shah's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nirav Shah is (847) 933-6974.
- Does Nirav Shah accept Medicare?
- Nirav Shah is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nirav Shah's NPI active?
- Yes — Nirav Shah's NPI (1306282439) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-10-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.