Richard Shapiro, MD
NPI 1619992682 · Urology Physician · Tarzana, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Shapiro, MD is a Urology Physician provider in Tarzana, CA (NPI 1619992682).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619992682
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G38276 (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
9,946 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 1,776 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,682 | $100 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan of Pelvis76856 | 1,349 | $98 |
| Electronic Assessment of Bladder Emptying51741 | 821 | $15 |
| Limited Ultrasound Scan Behind Abdominal Cavity76775 | 810 | $43 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 674 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 1,047 | 316 |
| Dutasteride | 387 | 137 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 345 | 101 |
| Finasteride | 218 | 61 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 128 | 38 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 126 | 39 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 107 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,226 across 41 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
- 2006-07-12
- Last updated
- 2009-11-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Shapiro's NPI number?
- Richard Shapiro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619992682, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Shapiro's specialty?
- Richard Shapiro is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Shapiro located?
- Richard Shapiro's practice location on file with NPPES is 18370 Burbank Blvd, Tarzana, CA 91356-2804.
- What is Richard Shapiro's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Shapiro is (818) 996-4242.
- Does Richard Shapiro accept Medicare?
- Richard Shapiro is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Shapiro's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Shapiro's NPI (1619992682) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-11-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.