Sharmineh Shams, M.D.
NPI 1447522172 · Internal Medicine Physician · Visalia, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sharmineh Shams, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Visalia, CA (NPI 1447522172).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447522172
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A123837 (CA)
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
14 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
719 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 | 516 | $130 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 81 | $33 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 48 | $90 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 45 | $15 |
| Assessment of Emotional Or Behavioral Problems96127 | 16 | $5 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 13 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 101 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 420 | 142 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 246 | 88 |
| Gabapentin | 209 | 71 |
| Losartan Potassium | 200 | 73 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 180 | 64 |
| Metformin Hcl | 142 | 49 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$253 across 26 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
- 2012-01-26
- Last updated
- 2024-01-24
- Certified
- 2024-01-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sharmineh Shams's NPI number?
- Sharmineh Shams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447522172, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sharmineh Shams's specialty?
- Sharmineh Shams is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sharmineh Shams located?
- Sharmineh Shams's practice location on file with NPPES is 5400 W Hillsdale Ave, Visalia, CA 93291-5140.
- What is Sharmineh Shams's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sharmineh Shams is (559) 738-7500.
- Does Sharmineh Shams accept Medicare?
- Sharmineh Shams is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sharmineh Shams's NPI active?
- Yes — Sharmineh Shams's NPI (1447522172) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.