Nathan Shores, M.D.
NPI 1417173378 · Gastroenterology Physician · Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nathan Shores, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Charleston, SC (NPI 1417173378).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417173378
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 20070312 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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 tenure25% of score
19 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
1,295 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 | 326 | $118 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 135 | $156 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 123 | $229 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 96 | $94 |
| Dilation of Esophagus43450 | 94 | $37 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 430 | 187 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 141 | 50 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 139 | 49 |
| Famotidine | 137 | 49 |
| Ursodiol | 79 | 15 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 66 | 27 |
| Celecoxib | 59 | 13 |
| Spironolactone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$14,646 across 57 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
- 2007-04-18
- Last updated
- 2020-03-18
- Certified
- 2020-03-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nathan Shores's NPI number?
- Nathan Shores's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417173378, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nathan Shores's specialty?
- Nathan Shores is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nathan Shores located?
- Nathan Shores's practice location on file with NPPES is 1962 Charlie Hall Blvd, Charleston, SC 29414.
- What is Nathan Shores's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nathan Shores is (843) 722-8000.
- Does Nathan Shores accept Medicare?
- Nathan Shores is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nathan Shores's NPI active?
- Yes — Nathan Shores's NPI (1417173378) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-03-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.