Sheila Krishna, MD
NPI 1689817983 · Dermatology Physician · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sheila Krishna, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1689817983).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689817983
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0116023673 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 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
4,693 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 2,110 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 460 | $103 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 450 | $66 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 320 | $125 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 279 | $114 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 95 | 79 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 81 | 59 |
| Ketoconazole | 75 | 48 |
| Hydrocortisone | 68 | 59 |
| Mupirocin | 60 | 52 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 59 | 38 |
| Nystatin | 31 | 19 |
| Fluorouracil | 28 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$660 across 34 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)
- 3613 Vista WayOceanside, CA 92056-4522Phone: (760) 477-1138Fax: (760) 414-1969
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-04-16
- Last updated
- 2022-10-24
- Certified
- 2022-10-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sheila Krishna's NPI number?
- Sheila Krishna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689817983, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sheila Krishna's specialty?
- Sheila Krishna is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sheila Krishna located?
- Sheila Krishna's practice location on file with NPPES is 6195 Lusk Blvd Ste 250, San Diego, CA 92121-3715.
- What is Sheila Krishna's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sheila Krishna is (858) 859-1188.
- Does Sheila Krishna accept Medicare?
- Sheila Krishna is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sheila Krishna's NPI active?
- Yes — Sheila Krishna's NPI (1689817983) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-10-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.