Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Shankar Thiruppathi, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Columbus, GA
- NPI 1508979832
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 82.7 / 100 · 2023
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1130 Talbotton RD
Columbus, GA 319048749
(706) 327-0700
fax (706) 327-0757 - Mailing address
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1041 Talbotton RD
Columbus, GA 319048745
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 14, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #058022
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1508979832. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
973
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$116,581
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 152 | 150 | $92 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 139 | 117 | $83 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 116 | 85 | $112 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 100 | 100 | $243 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 50 | 50 | $105 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 46 | 33 | $48 | |
43249 |
Balloon dilation of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope, less than 3.0 cm | 39 | 38 | $139 | |
82272 |
Stool analysis for blood, by peroxidase activity | 36 | 12 | $4 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 34 | 34 | $177 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 33 | 32 | $108 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 56. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,622
Transactions
66
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 23 | $498.56 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 14 | $359.73 | |
| Ardelyx, Inc. | 5 | $103.81 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 3 | $74.79 | |
| GENZYME CORPORATION | 2 | $71.09 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 3 | $70.65 | |
| Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc | 3 | $55.92 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 3 | $53.53 | |
| IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC | 3 | $52.84 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 1 | $48.23 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 1 | $32.66 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 2 | $29.42 | |
| QOL Medical, LLC | 1 | $28.75 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 1 | $25.10 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $20.21 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,008
Patients
499
Total drug cost
$215,271
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 228 | 107 | $2,703 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 183 | 83 | $2,846 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 114 | 110 | $1,694 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 106 | 61 | $2,525 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 77 | 32 | $66,937 |
| Diphenoxylate-Atropine (Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropine) | Brand | 47 | 21 | $1,672 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 45 | 16 | $499 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 42 | 21 | $906 |
| Peg-3350 And Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 34 | 32 | $628 |
| Trulance (Plecanatide) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $22,204 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Shankar Thiruppathi's medical specialty?
Dr. Shankar Thiruppathi practices Gastroenterology Physician in Columbus, GA.
Where does Dr. Shankar Thiruppathi practice?
Dr. Shankar Thiruppathi practices at 1130 Talbotton RD, Columbus, GA 319048749. Office phone: 7063270700.
What is Dr. Shankar Thiruppathi's NPI?
Dr. Shankar Thiruppathi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508979832, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Shankar Thiruppathi accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Shankar Thiruppathi accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Shankar Thiruppathi commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.