Shailesh Bajaj, MD
NPI 1518902097 · Gastroenterology Physician · Fort Wayne, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shailesh Bajaj, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Fort Wayne, IN (NPI 1518902097).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518902097
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036118944 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
1,135 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 169 | $255 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 162 | $40 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 145 | $57 |
| Injection Beneath Lining of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45381 | 88 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 67 | $105 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 217 | 215 |
| Famotidine | 102 | 47 |
| Omeprazole | 97 | 44 |
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 54 | 54 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 37 | 12 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 29 | 29 |
| Mesalamine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,191 across 9 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)
- 757 Park Ave W Ste 2850Highland Park, IL 60035-2558Phone: (847) 657-1900
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-18
- Last updated
- 2022-09-23
- Certified
- 2022-09-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shailesh Bajaj's NPI number?
- Shailesh Bajaj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518902097, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shailesh Bajaj's specialty?
- Shailesh Bajaj is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shailesh Bajaj located?
- Shailesh Bajaj's practice location on file with NPPES is 7900 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804-4128.
- What is Shailesh Bajaj's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shailesh Bajaj is (260) 969-7100.
- Does Shailesh Bajaj accept Medicare?
- Shailesh Bajaj is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shailesh Bajaj's NPI active?
- Yes — Shailesh Bajaj's NPI (1518902097) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.