Sheela Chandra, MD
NPI 1316147465 · Gastroenterology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sheela Chandra, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1316147465).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316147465
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M6073 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 520 | 173 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 235 | 231 |
| Omeprazole | 222 | 78 |
| Sucralfate | 91 | 36 |
| Rabeprazole Sodium | 76 | 26 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 62 | 15 |
| Famotidine | 56 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$50 across 2 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 106 Vision Park BlvdShenandoah, TX 77384-3000Phone: (713) 442-1800
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-07-18
- Last updated
- 2020-04-14
- Certified
- 2020-04-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sheela Chandra's NPI number?
- Sheela Chandra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316147465, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sheela Chandra's specialty?
- Sheela Chandra is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sheela Chandra located?
- Sheela Chandra's practice location on file with NPPES is 15655 Cypress Wood Medical Dr, Houston, TX 77014-1471.
- What is Sheela Chandra's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sheela Chandra is (713) 442-1700.
- Does Sheela Chandra accept Medicare?
- Sheela Chandra is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sheela Chandra's NPI active?
- Yes — Sheela Chandra's NPI (1316147465) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-04-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.