Shyam Thakkar, M.D.
NPI 1437243383 · Gastroenterology Physician · Morgantown, WV
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shyam Thakkar, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Morgantown, WV (NPI 1437243383).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437243383
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD424393 (PA)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
753 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Stone Or Debris From Bile Or Pancreatic Duct Using a Flexible Endoscope43264 | 80 | $154 |
| Review By Radiologist of Image From Tube Placement Into Bile Duct Using an Endoscope74328 | 78 | $23 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 71 | $50 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 64 | $79 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 52 | $200 |
| Ultrasound Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,066 across 27 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 (1)
- 1307 Federal StSuite B100Pittsburgh, PA 15212-4769Phone: (412) 359-8900Fax: (412) 359-8977
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-03
- Last updated
- 2022-04-08
- Certified
- 2022-04-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shyam Thakkar's NPI number?
- Shyam Thakkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437243383, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shyam Thakkar's specialty?
- Shyam Thakkar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shyam Thakkar located?
- Shyam Thakkar's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 Medical Center Dr, Morgantown, WV 26506-1200.
- What is Shyam Thakkar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shyam Thakkar is (304) 598-4800.
- Does Shyam Thakkar accept Medicare?
- Shyam Thakkar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shyam Thakkar's NPI active?
- Yes — Shyam Thakkar's NPI (1437243383) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-04-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.