Shamita Shah, M.D.
NPI 1740302710 · Gastroenterology Physician · New Orleans, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shamita Shah, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in New Orleans, LA (NPI 1740302710).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740302710
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 024965 (LA)
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
178 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 64 | $161 |
| 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 | 57 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 26 | $123 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 19 | $169 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 12 | $166 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Azathioprine | 70 | 11 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 57 | — |
| Mesalamine | 51 | 14 |
| Ustekinumabbrand: Stelara | 48 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 37 | 13 |
| Upadacitinibbrand: Rinvoq | 33 | — |
| Balsalazide Disodium | 27 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$11,814 across 9 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
- 2007-04-03
- Last updated
- 2016-01-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shamita Shah's NPI number?
- Shamita Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740302710, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shamita Shah's specialty?
- Shamita Shah is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shamita Shah located?
- Shamita Shah's practice location on file with NPPES is 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121-2429.
- What is Shamita Shah's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shamita Shah is (504) 842-4015.
- Does Shamita Shah accept Medicare?
- Shamita Shah is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shamita Shah's NPI active?
- Yes — Shamita Shah's NPI (1740302710) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-01-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.