Shoba Mendu, M.D.
NPI 1952522161 · Gastroenterology Physician · Chesapeake, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shoba Mendu, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Chesapeake, VA (NPI 1952522161).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952522161
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101247608 (VA)
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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
805 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 | 106 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 89 | $55 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 76 | $162 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 74 | $76 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 61 | $275 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 287 | 85 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 124 | 120 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 84 | 81 |
| Sucralfate | 71 | 29 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 71 | 21 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 58 | 20 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 41 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,960 across 96 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 (2)
- 1755 N Mecklenburg AveSouth Hill, VA 23970-4080Phone: (434) 447-3151Fax: (434) 584-6019
- 5701 Cleveland St Ste 100Virginia Beach, VA 23462-1788Phone: (757) 547-0798
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-02
- Last updated
- 2026-03-27
- Certified
- 2026-03-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shoba Mendu's NPI number?
- Shoba Mendu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952522161, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shoba Mendu's specialty?
- Shoba Mendu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shoba Mendu located?
- Shoba Mendu's practice location on file with NPPES is 661 Independence Pkwy Ste 120, Chesapeake, VA 23320-5114.
- What is Shoba Mendu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shoba Mendu is (754) 547-0798.
- Does Shoba Mendu accept Medicare?
- Shoba Mendu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shoba Mendu's NPI active?
- Yes — Shoba Mendu's NPI (1952522161) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.