Glenn Short, MD
NPI 1881693521 · Gastroenterology Physician · Allentown, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Glenn Short, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Allentown, PA (NPI 1881693521).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881693521
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD024361E (PA)
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
20 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
810 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 132 | $107 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 85 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 81 | $85 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 77 | $124 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual at High RiskG0105 | 70 | $167 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 266 | 80 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 173 | 58 |
| Famotidine | 163 | 44 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 65 | 64 |
| Lansoprazole | 26 | — |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 20 | — |
| Mesalamine | 20 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$25 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
- 2005-07-15
- Last updated
- 2021-05-26
- Certified
- 2021-05-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Glenn Short's NPI number?
- Glenn Short's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881693521, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Glenn Short's specialty?
- Glenn Short is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Glenn Short located?
- Glenn Short's practice location on file with NPPES is 1501 N Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA 18104-2309.
- What is Glenn Short's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Glenn Short is (610) 821-2828.
- Does Glenn Short accept Medicare?
- Glenn Short is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Glenn Short's NPI active?
- Yes — Glenn Short's NPI (1881693521) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.