Sheldon Lidofsky, MD
NPI 1447336904 · Gastroenterology Physician · Providence, RI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sheldon Lidofsky, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Providence, RI (NPI 1447336904).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447336904
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 5933 (RI)
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
589 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 147 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 127 | $129 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 84 | $249 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 70 | $92 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual at High RiskG0105 | 40 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 341 | 114 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 214 | 67 |
| Famotidine | 202 | 65 |
| Mesalamine | 45 | 11 |
| Ustekinumabbrand: Stelara | 32 | — |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 26 | — |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 24 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,015 across 96 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
- 2006-10-27
- Last updated
- 2008-05-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sheldon Lidofsky's NPI number?
- Sheldon Lidofsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447336904, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sheldon Lidofsky's specialty?
- Sheldon Lidofsky is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sheldon Lidofsky located?
- Sheldon Lidofsky's practice location on file with NPPES is 33 Staniford St, Providence, RI 02905-3105.
- What is Sheldon Lidofsky's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sheldon Lidofsky is (401) 421-8800.
- Does Sheldon Lidofsky accept Medicare?
- Sheldon Lidofsky is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sheldon Lidofsky's NPI active?
- Yes — Sheldon Lidofsky's NPI (1447336904) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-05-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.