Shantanu Bishwal, MD
NPI 1942400759 · Rheumatology Physician · Allentown, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shantanu Bishwal, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Allentown, PA (NPI 1942400759).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942400759
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD436784 (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
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
397 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 116 | $157 |
| 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 | 93 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 77 | $122 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 57 | $206 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 40 | $171 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 348 | 112 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 220 | 75 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 168 | 50 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 90 | 23 |
| Allopurinol | 73 | 24 |
| Colchicine | 19 | — |
| Sulfasalazine | 13 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$388 across 14 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
- 2007-07-19
- Last updated
- 2026-05-07
- Certified
- 2026-05-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shantanu Bishwal's NPI number?
- Shantanu Bishwal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942400759, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shantanu Bishwal's specialty?
- Shantanu Bishwal is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shantanu Bishwal located?
- Shantanu Bishwal's practice location on file with NPPES is 3440 Lehigh St Ste 102, Allentown, PA 18103-7001.
- What is Shantanu Bishwal's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shantanu Bishwal is (484) 658-5758.
- Does Shantanu Bishwal accept Medicare?
- Shantanu Bishwal is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shantanu Bishwal's NPI active?
- Yes — Shantanu Bishwal's NPI (1942400759) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.