Vaqar Shah, MD
NPI 1356750350 · Nephrology Physician · Hershey, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Vaqar Shah, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Hershey, PA (NPI 1356750350).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356750350
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 289563 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
199 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 60 | $112 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 29 | $75 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 29 | $15 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 28 | $67 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 25 | $90 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 50 | 17 |
| Bumetanide | 36 | — |
| Calcitriol | 30 | — |
| Furosemide | 30 | — |
| Losartan Potassium | 24 | — |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 23 | — |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 15 | — |
| Metolazone | 15 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-08-05
- Last updated
- 2025-07-15
- Certified
- 2025-07-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vaqar Shah's NPI number?
- Vaqar Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356750350, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Vaqar Shah's specialty?
- Vaqar Shah is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Vaqar Shah located?
- Vaqar Shah's practice location on file with NPPES is 500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033-2360.
- What is Vaqar Shah's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Vaqar Shah is (717) 531-8885.
- Does Vaqar Shah accept Medicare?
- Vaqar Shah is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Vaqar Shah's NPI active?
- Yes — Vaqar Shah's NPI (1356750350) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.