Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kota Shekar, MD
Hematology & Oncology Physician (CMS: Hematology/Oncology) · Rancho Mirage, CA
- NPI 1013988583
- Accepts Medicare
- 45 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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39000 Bob Hope Dr
Rancho Mirage, CA 922703221
(760) 346-7655
fax (760) 773-1667 - Additional location
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45280 Seeley Dr
La Quinta, CA 922536834 - Additional location
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57725 29 Palms Hwy
Yucca Valley, CA 922843044
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 15, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1981 — 45 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RH0003X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A51899
- Medicaid
- CA #00A518991
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1013988583. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
734
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$64,881
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 446 | 260 | $92 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 232 | 173 | $66 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 30 | 30 | $133 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 26 | 26 | $169 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in this city , average services per provider: 5,587. This provider delivers 0.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$86
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celgene Corporation | 1 | $20.89 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 1 | $18.26 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 1 | $16.93 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 1 | $15.58 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $14.54 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
772
Patients
172
Total drug cost
$3,208,822
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xtandi (Enzalutamide) | Brand | 110 | 16 | $1,496,706 |
| Anastrozole | Generic | 99 | 32 | $2,631 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | Generic | 85 | 24 | $2,452 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 67 | 34 | $938 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 58 | 12 | $280 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | Generic | 56 | 27 | $712 |
| Dexamethasone | Generic | 50 | 13 | $415 |
| Letrozole | Generic | 43 | 14 | $2,316 |
| Lonsurf (Trifluridine/Tipiracil Hcl) | Brand | 33 | 0 | $351,088 |
| Abiraterone Acetate | Generic | 31 | 0 | $34,201 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kota Shekar's medical specialty?
Dr. Kota Shekar practices Hematology & Oncology Physician in Rancho Mirage, CA.
Where does Dr. Kota Shekar practice?
Dr. Kota Shekar practices at 39000 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 922703221. Office phone: 7603467655.
What is Dr. Kota Shekar's NPI?
Dr. Kota Shekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013988583, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kota Shekar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kota Shekar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kota Shekar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.