Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Shikha Mehta
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1740493386
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1717 6Th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 352331801
(800) 822-8816 - Additional location
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1720 2Nd Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35249
(205) 975-9200
fax (205) 996-6555
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 2, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #29288
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1740493386. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
395
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$41,704
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 140 | 52 | $112 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 84 | 43 | $74 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 69 | 58 | $131 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 53 | 52 | $83 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 31 | 30 | $159 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 18 | 18 | $76 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 21 peers in Birmingham Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 104. This provider delivers 3.8× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,058
Patients
450
Total drug cost
$62,664
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 147 | 62 | $1,313 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 137 | 62 | $1,677 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 137 | 47 | $1,777 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 119 | 58 | $1,307 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 64 | 20 | $752 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 64 | 26 | $1,495 |
| Nifedipine ER (Nifedipine) | Brand | 56 | 28 | $2,306 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 55 | 31 | $404 |
| Cinacalcet Hcl | Generic | 52 | 20 | $29,795 |
| Valganciclovir Hcl | Generic | 52 | 28 | $17,056 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Shikha Mehta's medical specialty?
Dr. Shikha Mehta practices Nephrology Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. Shikha Mehta practice?
Dr. Shikha Mehta practices at 1717 6Th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 352331801. Office phone: 8008228816.
What is Dr. Shikha Mehta's NPI?
Dr. Shikha Mehta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740493386, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Shikha Mehta accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Shikha Mehta accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Shikha Mehta commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.