Sandeep Sharma, MD
NPI 1447206743 · Nephrology Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sandeep Sharma, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Pittsburgh, PA (NPI 1447206743).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447206743
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD417491 (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
20 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
871 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 185 | $48 |
| Insertion of Needle And/Or Tube Into Hemodialysis Circuit and Balloon Dilation of Dialysis Segment With Review By Radiologist36902 | 141 | $1,117 |
| Balloon Dilation of Dialysis Segment With Review By Radiologist36907 | 106 | $554 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 103 | $12 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Blood Vessel Access76937 | 90 | $14 |
| Insertion of Needle And/Or Tube Into Hemodialysis Circuit and Balloon Dilation of Dialysis Segment With Review By Radiologist36902 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$21 across 1 record (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
- 2006-05-26
- Last updated
- 2009-08-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sandeep Sharma's NPI number?
- Sandeep Sharma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447206743, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sandeep Sharma's specialty?
- Sandeep Sharma is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sandeep Sharma located?
- Sandeep Sharma's practice location on file with NPPES is 128 N Craig St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2744.
- What is Sandeep Sharma's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sandeep Sharma is (856) 210-0188.
- Does Sandeep Sharma accept Medicare?
- Sandeep Sharma is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sandeep Sharma's NPI active?
- Yes — Sandeep Sharma's NPI (1447206743) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-08-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.