Nihar Shah, M.D.
NPI 1356605018 · Gastroenterology Physician · Sarasota, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nihar Shah, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Sarasota, FL (NPI 1356605018).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356605018
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME136945 (FL)
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
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
2,036 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 311 | $53 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 256 | $49 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 215 | $200 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 204 | $114 |
| Removal of External Hemorrhoids By Rubber Banding46221 | 172 | $270 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 203 | 187 |
| Omeprazole | 135 | 56 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 99 | 46 |
| Famotidine | 30 | 13 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 24 | — |
| Sucralfate | 20 | 13 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,259 across 30 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
- 2012-06-27
- Last updated
- 2020-09-29
- Certified
- 2020-09-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nihar Shah's NPI number?
- Nihar Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356605018, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nihar Shah's specialty?
- Nihar Shah is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nihar Shah located?
- Nihar Shah's practice location on file with NPPES is 1950 Arlington St Ste 101, Sarasota, FL 34239-3508.
- What is Nihar Shah's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nihar Shah is (941) 262-0400.
- Does Nihar Shah accept Medicare?
- Nihar Shah is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nihar Shah's NPI active?
- Yes — Nihar Shah's NPI (1356605018) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-09-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.