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Dr. Vaqar Shah, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Nephrology Physician · Hospitalist Physician · Hershey, PA
- NPI 1356750350
- Accepts Medicare
- 19 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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500 University Dr
Hershey, PA 170332360
(717) 531-8885
fax (717) 531-4645
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 15, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Pennsylvania #MD483432 · New York #289563 · Wisconsin #65644-20
- Medicaid (2)
- WA #1356750350 · WI #1356750350
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1356750350. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
458
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$69,091
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 136 | 51 | $116 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 84 | 25 | $345 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 68 | 27 | $70 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 60 | 21 | $77 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 47 | 47 | $170 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 33 | 26 | $95 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 18 | 13 | $125 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 12 | 12 | $127 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in this city , average services per provider: 61. This provider delivers 7.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
253
Patients
24
Total drug cost
$19,429
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | Generic | 32 | 0 | $731 |
| Bumetanide | Generic | 29 | 12 | $1,364 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 26 | 12 | $260 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 24 | 0 | $330 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 22 | 0 | $225 |
| Nifedipine Er (Nifedipine) | Brand | 21 | 0 | $1,070 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 21 | 0 | $461 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 18 | 0 | $485 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 18 | 0 | $238 |
| Cinacalcet Hcl | Generic | 17 | 0 | $13,986 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Vaqar Shah's medical specialty?
Dr. Vaqar Shah practices Nephrology Physician in Hershey, PA.
Where does Dr. Vaqar Shah practice?
Dr. Vaqar Shah practices at 500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 170332360. Office phone: 7175318885.
What is Dr. Vaqar Shah's NPI?
Dr. Vaqar Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356750350, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Vaqar Shah accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Vaqar Shah accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Vaqar Shah commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960); Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation (HCPCS 90935). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.