Shashin Shah, M.D.
NPI 1396944096 · Gastroenterology Physician · Allentown, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shashin Shah, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Allentown, PA (NPI 1396944096).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396944096
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD433480 (PA)
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
18 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
708 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 129 | $120 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 114 | $55 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 77 | $202 |
| Ultrasound Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43259 | 51 | $164 |
| Ultrasound Guided Needle Aspiration Or Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43242 | 37 | $208 |
| Insertion of Stent Into Pancreatic Or Bile Duct Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 229 | 70 |
| Omeprazole | 92 | 30 |
| Sucralfate | 70 | 32 |
| Famotidine | 58 | 19 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 41 | 40 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Zenpep | 31 | — |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$66,387 across 63 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
- 2007-07-12
- Last updated
- 2021-05-26
- Certified
- 2021-05-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shashin Shah's NPI number?
- Shashin Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396944096, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shashin Shah's specialty?
- Shashin Shah is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shashin Shah located?
- Shashin Shah's practice location on file with NPPES is 1501 N Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA 18104-2309.
- What is Shashin Shah's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shashin Shah is (610) 821-2828.
- Does Shashin Shah accept Medicare?
- Shashin Shah is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shashin Shah's NPI active?
- Yes — Shashin Shah's NPI (1396944096) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.