Nicholas Shaheen, MD
NPI 1467521757 · Gastroenterology Physician · Chapel Hill, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Shaheen, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Chapel Hill, NC (NPI 1467521757).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1467521757
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9400634 (NC)
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
292 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 76 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 54 | $94 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 49 | $115 |
| Destruction of Polyp Or Growth of Esophagus Using a Flexible Endoscope43229 | 27 | $181 |
| Balloon Dilation of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope, Less Than 3.0 Cm43249 | 26 | $140 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 182 | 61 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 139 | 39 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 65 | 19 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 35 | — |
| Sucralfate | 21 | 11 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 13 | — |
| Lansoprazole | 11 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$38,798 across 29 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
- 2006-11-08
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Shaheen's NPI number?
- Nicholas Shaheen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467521757, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Shaheen's specialty?
- Nicholas Shaheen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Shaheen located?
- Nicholas Shaheen's practice location on file with NPPES is 101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-0001.
- What is Nicholas Shaheen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Shaheen is (919) 966-4996.
- Does Nicholas Shaheen accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Shaheen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Shaheen's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Shaheen's NPI (1467521757) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.