Shalu Gupta, M.D.
NPI 1518187202 · Ophthalmology Physician · Long Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shalu Gupta, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Long Beach, CA (NPI 1518187202).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518187202
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A90497 (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
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
550 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 175 | $140 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 152 | $99 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 110 | $45 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 32 | $337 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 32 | $38 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 29 | $165 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 118 | 74 |
| Ofloxacin | 100 | 63 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 98 | 62 |
| Latanoprost | 82 | 22 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 39 | — |
| Timolol Maleate | 22 | — |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 21 | — |
| Cyclosporine | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$350 across 16 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
- 2007-04-26
- Last updated
- 2019-02-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shalu Gupta's NPI number?
- Shalu Gupta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518187202, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shalu Gupta's specialty?
- Shalu Gupta is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shalu Gupta located?
- Shalu Gupta's practice location on file with NPPES is 3900 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90807-2615.
- What is Shalu Gupta's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shalu Gupta is (562) 988-8668.
- Does Shalu Gupta accept Medicare?
- Shalu Gupta is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shalu Gupta's NPI active?
- Yes — Shalu Gupta's NPI (1518187202) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-02-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.