Israr Sheikh, MD
NPI 1396038162 · Gastroenterology Physician · Fargo, ND
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Israr Sheikh, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Fargo, ND (NPI 1396038162).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396038162
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 67559 (MN)
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
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,688 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 | 234 | $27 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 225 | $52 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 214 | $186 |
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 112 | $5 |
| Balloon Dilation of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope, Less Than 3.0 Cm43249 | 110 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 201 | 199 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 151 | 150 |
| Omeprazole | 134 | 80 |
| Famotidine | 65 | 23 |
| Mesalamine | 52 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 52 | 18 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 29 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$93 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 (2)
- 3000 32nd Ave SFargo, ND 58103-6132Phone: (701) 364-8000
- 1000 South Columbia RoadGrand Forks, ND 58201Phone: (701) 780-5000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-05-26
- Last updated
- 2021-05-18
- Certified
- 2021-05-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Israr Sheikh's NPI number?
- Israr Sheikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396038162, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Israr Sheikh's specialty?
- Israr Sheikh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Israr Sheikh located?
- Israr Sheikh's practice location on file with NPPES is 801 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102.
- What is Israr Sheikh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Israr Sheikh is (701) 234-2000.
- Does Israr Sheikh accept Medicare?
- Israr Sheikh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Israr Sheikh's NPI active?
- Yes — Israr Sheikh's NPI (1396038162) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.