Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nicholas Shungu, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Family Medicine Physician · Family Medicine Physician · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Charleston, SC
- NPI 1134410384
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 294257595
(843) 792-1414 - Mailing address
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Po Box 751461
Charlotte, NC 282751461
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 21, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- South Carolina #51435 · North Carolina #2015-00471 · Pennsylvania #MD450976
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1134410384. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
911
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$73,957
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 285 | 172 | $114 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 171 | 29 | $59 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 85 | 78 | $70 | |
99439 |
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 78 | 26 | $44 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 67 | 37 | $10 | |
99489 |
Complex chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, each additional 60 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 41 | 14 | $66 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 34 | 31 | $29 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 34 | 34 | $121 | |
90694 |
Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent inactivated, 0.5 ml dosage | 25 | 22 | $75 | |
90677 |
Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, 20 valent (pcv20), for intramuscular use | 20 | 20 | $280 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 39 peers in this city , average services per provider: 409. This provider delivers 2.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,591
Patients
426
Total drug cost
$22,042
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 316 | 83 | $4,938 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 193 | 54 | $1,343 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 130 | 32 | $2,014 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 120 | 32 | $1,157 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 107 | 27 | $1,607 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 91 | 21 | $938 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 87 | 26 | $641 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 74 | 25 | $2,436 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 74 | 19 | $1,129 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 69 | 15 | $1,251 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nicholas Shungu's medical specialty?
Dr. Nicholas Shungu practices Family Medicine Physician in Charleston, SC.
Where does Dr. Nicholas Shungu practice?
Dr. Nicholas Shungu practices at 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 294257595. Office phone: 8437921414.
What is Dr. Nicholas Shungu's NPI?
Dr. Nicholas Shungu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134410384, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nicholas Shungu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nicholas Shungu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nicholas Shungu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Chronic care management services (HCPCS 99490); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.