Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Sheldon Chaffer, M.D.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Gatesville, TX
- NPI 1598727844
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1507 W Main St
Gatesville, TX 765281024
(254) 865-2166
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 17, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #L3937
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1598727844. Last verified May 11, 2026.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$153
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 | $106.76 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 2 | $32.06 | |
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 1 | $14.58 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
816
Patients
180
Total drug cost
$39,358
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torsemide | Generic | 134 | 35 | $4,168 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 121 | 28 | $843 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 93 | 25 | $1,625 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 68 | 23 | $941 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 58 | 18 | $310 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 50 | 15 | $467 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 41 | 0 | $459 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 41 | 12 | $748 |
| Allopurinol | Generic | 39 | 11 | $530 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 34 | 13 | $444 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Sheldon Chaffer's medical specialty?
Dr. Sheldon Chaffer practices Nephrology Physician in Gatesville, TX.
Where does Dr. Sheldon Chaffer practice?
Dr. Sheldon Chaffer practices at 1507 W Main St, Gatesville, TX 765281024. Office phone: 2548652166.
What is Dr. Sheldon Chaffer's NPI?
Dr. Sheldon Chaffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598727844, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Sheldon Chaffer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Sheldon Chaffer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.