Shyam Vekaria, M.D.
NPI 1457581639 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Lawrenceville, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shyam Vekaria, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Lawrenceville, GA (NPI 1457581639).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457581639
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 89252 (GA)
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
16 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
840 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 | 161 | $128 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 159 | $90 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 88 | $47 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 87 | $75 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 64 | $48 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 250 | 142 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 203 | 103 |
| Gabapentin | 76 | 49 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 52 | 37 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 49 | 21 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 47 | 19 |
| Methylprednisolone | 37 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$106 across 5 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)
- 6300 Hospital Pkwy Ste 400Johns Creek, GA 30097-1983Phone: (678) 205-4261Fax: (678) 417-7187
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-07-21
- Last updated
- 2022-11-16
- Certified
- 2022-11-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shyam Vekaria's NPI number?
- Shyam Vekaria's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457581639, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shyam Vekaria's specialty?
- Shyam Vekaria is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shyam Vekaria located?
- Shyam Vekaria's practice location on file with NPPES is 771 Old Norcross Rd Ste 390, Lawrenceville, GA 30046-4324.
- What is Shyam Vekaria's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shyam Vekaria is (678) 957-0757.
- Does Shyam Vekaria accept Medicare?
- Shyam Vekaria is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shyam Vekaria's NPI active?
- Yes — Shyam Vekaria's NPI (1457581639) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-11-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.