Shanthan Sunku, MD
NPI 1699933341 · Anesthesiology Physician · Bethlehem, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shanthan Sunku, MD is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Bethlehem, PA (NPI 1699933341).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1699933341
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 242704 (MA)
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
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
231 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Artery Tube for Blood Sampling Or Infusion Through Skin36620 | 36 | $42 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure for Total Knee Joint Replacement01402 | 19 | $140 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Blood Vessel Access76937 | 19 | $13 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Esophagus, Stomach, Or Upper Small Bowel Using an Endoscope00731 | 18 | $76 |
| Anesthesia for Exam of Colon Using an Endoscope00812 | 17 | $47 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 17 | $27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$117 across 1 record (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
- 2008-05-29
- Last updated
- 2026-01-12
- Certified
- 2026-01-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shanthan Sunku's NPI number?
- Shanthan Sunku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699933341, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shanthan Sunku's specialty?
- Shanthan Sunku is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shanthan Sunku located?
- Shanthan Sunku's practice location on file with NPPES is 801 Ostrum St, Bethlehem, PA 18015-1000.
- What is Shanthan Sunku's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shanthan Sunku is (610) 954-5810.
- Does Shanthan Sunku accept Medicare?
- Shanthan Sunku is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shanthan Sunku's NPI active?
- Yes — Shanthan Sunku's NPI (1699933341) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.