Steven Shimotakahara, MD
NPI 1326024738 · Otolaryngology Physician · Coos Bay, OR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Steven Shimotakahara, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Coos Bay, OR (NPI 1326024738).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1326024738
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD18345 (OR)
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
20 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
2,113 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 694 | $87 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 309 | $106 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 218 | $122 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 164 | $179 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 120 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 118 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 317 | 106 |
| Mupirocin | 221 | 143 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 166 | 34 |
| Omeprazole | 85 | 23 |
| Famotidine | 80 | 22 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 74 | 62 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$125 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-16
- Last updated
- 2010-03-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Steven Shimotakahara's NPI number?
- Steven Shimotakahara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326024738, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Steven Shimotakahara's specialty?
- Steven Shimotakahara is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Steven Shimotakahara located?
- Steven Shimotakahara's practice location on file with NPPES is 1900 Woodland Dr, Coos Bay, OR 97420-0000.
- What is Steven Shimotakahara's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Steven Shimotakahara is (541) 267-5151.
- Does Steven Shimotakahara accept Medicare?
- Steven Shimotakahara is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Steven Shimotakahara's NPI active?
- Yes — Steven Shimotakahara's NPI (1326024738) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-03-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.