Ganesh Shidham, MD
NPI 1417963224 · Nephrology Physician · Columbus, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ganesh Shidham, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Columbus, OH (NPI 1417963224).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417963224
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35.081621 (OH)
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
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
584 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 204 | $112 |
| 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 | 118 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 82 | $139 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 59 | $67 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 58 | $164 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Potassium Citratebrand: Potassium Citrate Er | 270 | 80 |
| Chlorthalidone | 105 | 29 |
| Allopurinol | 43 | 11 |
| Potassium Chloride | 37 | 15 |
| Indapamide | 30 | 13 |
| Amiloride Hcl | 22 | — |
| Potassium Chloridebrand: Klor-Con M20 | 20 | — |
| Potassium Chloridebrand: Klor-Con M10 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$29 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-01
- Last updated
- 2026-05-19
- Certified
- 2026-05-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ganesh Shidham's NPI number?
- Ganesh Shidham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417963224, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ganesh Shidham's specialty?
- Ganesh Shidham is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ganesh Shidham located?
- Ganesh Shidham's practice location on file with NPPES is 543 Taylor Ave Fl 3, Columbus, OH 43203-1278.
- What is Ganesh Shidham's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ganesh Shidham is (614) 293-4837.
- Does Ganesh Shidham accept Medicare?
- Ganesh Shidham is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ganesh Shidham's NPI active?
- Yes — Ganesh Shidham's NPI (1417963224) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.