Ajit Shrestha, M.D.
NPI 1790914273 · Interventional Pain Medicine Physician · Salisbury, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ajit Shrestha, M.D. is a Interventional Pain Medicine Physician provider in Salisbury, MD (NPI 1790914273).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790914273
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Pain Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301092761 (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
16 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
1,887 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 597 | $90 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 251 | $98 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 245 | $121 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 175 | $164 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 133 | $129 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Second Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 702 | 164 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 638 | 184 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 433 | 124 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 354 | 95 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 313 | 124 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 266 | 68 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$401 across 13 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)
- 100 E Carroll StSalisbury, MD 21801-5422Phone: (410) 543-7531
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-07-06
- Last updated
- 2023-11-14
- Certified
- 2023-11-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ajit Shrestha's NPI number?
- Ajit Shrestha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790914273, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ajit Shrestha's specialty?
- Ajit Shrestha is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ajit Shrestha located?
- Ajit Shrestha's practice location on file with NPPES is 264 Tilghman Rd, Salisbury, MD 21804-1921.
- What is Ajit Shrestha's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ajit Shrestha is (410) 742-7246.
- Does Ajit Shrestha accept Medicare?
- Ajit Shrestha is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ajit Shrestha's NPI active?
- Yes — Ajit Shrestha's NPI (1790914273) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.