Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nirupama Shekar, M.D.
Medical Oncology Physician (CMS: Medical Oncology) · Internal Medicine Physician · McAllen, TX
- NPI 1689624405
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1901 S 2Nd St
McAllen, TX 785031271
(956) 687-5150
fax (956) 687-9546 - Additional location
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301 W Expressway 83
McAllen, TX 785033045
(956) 632-4000
fax (956) 961-4286 - Mailing address
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Po Box 911230
Dallas, TX 753911230
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 21, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RX0202X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #M3387 · Texas #40988
- Medicaid (2)
- TX #1841736-04 · TX #184173601
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689624405. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
118
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$15,835
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 65 | 65 | $125 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 40 | 40 | $167 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 13 | 13 | $80 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in McAllen Medical Oncology Physician, average services per provider: 1,175. This provider delivers 0.1× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nirupama Shekar's medical specialty?
Dr. Nirupama Shekar practices Medical Oncology Physician in McAllen, TX.
Where does Dr. Nirupama Shekar practice?
Dr. Nirupama Shekar practices at 1901 S 2Nd St, McAllen, TX 785031271. Office phone: 9566875150.
What is Dr. Nirupama Shekar's NPI?
Dr. Nirupama Shekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689624405, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nirupama Shekar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nirupama Shekar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nirupama Shekar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99221). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.