Samir Shah, M.D.
NPI 1659544716 · Nephrology Physician · Hainesport, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samir Shah, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Hainesport, NJ (NPI 1659544716).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659544716
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25MA08383300 (NJ)
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
18 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
1,961 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 | 470 | $81 |
| 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 | 377 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 334 | $109 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 133 | $122 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 118 | $134 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 159 | 54 |
| Furosemide | 135 | 53 |
| Losartan Potassium | 123 | 42 |
| Chlorthalidone | 92 | 26 |
| Allopurinol | 88 | 23 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 76 | 27 |
| Spironolactone | 76 | 29 |
| Olmesartan Medoxomil |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$387 across 6 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
- 2008-04-09
- Last updated
- 2013-05-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samir Shah's NPI number?
- Samir Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659544716, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samir Shah's specialty?
- Samir Shah is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samir Shah located?
- Samir Shah's practice location on file with NPPES is 1261 Route 38, Hainesport, NJ 08036-2702.
- What is Samir Shah's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samir Shah is (856) 222-1975.
- Does Samir Shah accept Medicare?
- Samir Shah is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samir Shah's NPI active?
- Yes — Samir Shah's NPI (1659544716) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-05-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.