Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Syed Shah, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Internal Medicine Physician · Lake Charles, LA
- NPI 1851330070
- Accepts Medicare
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
4200 Nelson RD
Lake Charles, LA 706054118
(337) 474-7289 - Mailing address
-
200 Corporate Blvd
Lafayette, LA 705083870
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 19, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #11824R
- Medicaid
- LA #1683213
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1851330070. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
460
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$75,949
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 305 | 278 | $173 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 97 | 89 | $118 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 58 | 56 | $204 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in Lake Charles Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 103. This provider delivers 4.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
275
Patients
273
Total drug cost
$1,142
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 60 | 59 | $250 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 43 | 43 | $82 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 23 | 23 | $101 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 21 | 21 | $97 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 21 | 21 | $41 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 19 | 19 | $63 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 18 | 18 | $107 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 16 | 16 | $30 |
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro (Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst) | Brand | 15 | 14 | $223 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 14 | 14 | $89 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Syed Shah's medical specialty?
Dr. Syed Shah practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Lake Charles, LA.
Where does Dr. Syed Shah practice?
Dr. Syed Shah practices at 4200 Nelson RD, Lake Charles, LA 706054118. Office phone: 3374747289.
What is Dr. Syed Shah's NPI?
Dr. Syed Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851330070, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Syed Shah accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Syed Shah accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Syed Shah commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Critical care (HCPCS 99291). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.