Liat Shama, M.D.
NPI 1578506226 · Otolaryngology Physician · Albuquerque, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Liat Shama, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Albuquerque, NM (NPI 1578506226).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578506226
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0782 (NM)
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
20 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
282 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 72 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 71 | $99 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 32 | $66 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 28 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 24 | $67 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 161 | 76 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 141 | 67 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 50 | 41 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 34 | 16 |
| Prednisone | 30 | 26 |
| Budesonide | 13 | — |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 11 | 11 |
| Omeprazole |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$39 across 2 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
- 2006-06-13
- Last updated
- 2024-10-23
- Certified
- 2024-10-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Liat Shama's NPI number?
- Liat Shama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578506226, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Liat Shama's specialty?
- Liat Shama is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Liat Shama located?
- Liat Shama's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 University of New Mexico Dept of, Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001.
- What is Liat Shama's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Liat Shama is (505) 272-0146.
- Does Liat Shama accept Medicare?
- Liat Shama is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Liat Shama's NPI active?
- Yes — Liat Shama's NPI (1578506226) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.