Nehal Shah, MD
NPI 1710155817 · Rheumatology Physician · Richmond, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nehal Shah, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Richmond, VA (NPI 1710155817).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710155817
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301087918 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
434 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 186 | $93 |
| 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 | 139 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 32 | $132 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 25 | $93 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 23 | $174 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 229 | 66 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 171 | 44 |
| Prednisone | 136 | 46 |
| Allopurinol | 84 | 23 |
| Leflunomide | 76 | 18 |
| Gabapentin | 72 | 20 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 71 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$247 across 3 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
- 2008-02-12
- Last updated
- 2012-10-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nehal Shah's NPI number?
- Nehal Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710155817, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nehal Shah's specialty?
- Nehal Shah is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nehal Shah located?
- Nehal Shah's practice location on file with NPPES is 1250 E Marshall Street, Richmond, VA 23298-0510.
- What is Nehal Shah's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nehal Shah is (804) 828-2161.
- Does Nehal Shah accept Medicare?
- Nehal Shah is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nehal Shah's NPI active?
- Yes — Nehal Shah's NPI (1710155817) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-10-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.