Karthik Shankar, D.O.
NPI 1861954810 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karthik Shankar, D.O. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Pittsburgh, PA (NPI 1861954810).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861954810
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- V9976 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
7 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lenalidomidebrand: Revlimid | 18 | — |
| Pomalidomidebrand: Pomalyst | 17 | — |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 14 | — |
| Dasatinibbrand: Sprycel | 14 | — |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | 13 | — |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 12 | 11 |
| Dexamethasone | 12 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,751 across 74 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
- 2019-04-01
- Last updated
- 2025-11-04
- Certified
- 2025-11-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karthik Shankar's NPI number?
- Karthik Shankar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861954810, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karthik Shankar's specialty?
- Karthik Shankar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karthik Shankar located?
- Karthik Shankar's practice location on file with NPPES is 320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-4756.
- What is Karthik Shankar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karthik Shankar is (412) 359-4971.
- Does Karthik Shankar accept Medicare?
- Karthik Shankar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karthik Shankar's NPI active?
- Yes — Karthik Shankar's NPI (1861954810) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.