Uday Shankar, M.D.
NPI 1578849519 · Gastroenterology Physician · Waterbury, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Uday Shankar, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Waterbury, CT (NPI 1578849519).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578849519
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 003922 (NY)
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
14 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
375 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 70 | $80 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 67 | $176 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 45 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 43 | $133 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 39 | $95 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 205 | 87 |
| Omeprazole | 46 | 13 |
| Mesalamine | 38 | — |
| Famotidine | 25 | — |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 17 | 17 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 16 | — |
| Sucralfate | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,297 across 24 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)
- 20900 Biscayne BlvdDivision of Hospital MedicineAventura, FL 33180-1407Phone: (201) 706-1164
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-10-21
- Last updated
- 2021-10-28
- Certified
- 2021-10-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Uday Shankar's NPI number?
- Uday Shankar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578849519, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Uday Shankar's specialty?
- Uday Shankar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Uday Shankar located?
- Uday Shankar's practice location on file with NPPES is 3801 E Main St Fl 2, Waterbury, CT 06705.
- What is Uday Shankar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Uday Shankar is (203) 709-4001.
- Does Uday Shankar accept Medicare?
- Uday Shankar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Uday Shankar's NPI active?
- Yes — Uday Shankar's NPI (1578849519) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-10-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.