Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Shailaja Behara, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Shenandoah, TX
- NPI 1255318044
- Accepts Medicare
- 34 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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920 Medical Plaza Dr, Suite 480
Shenandoah, TX 773803260
(281) 528-1511
fax (281) 419-8485 - Additional location
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18955 N Memorial Dr Ste 430
Humble, TX 773384264 - Mailing address
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Po Box 132889
The Woodlands, TX 773932889
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- December 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 21, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #L1801
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1255318044. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
426
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$51,171
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 140 | 90 | $122 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 114 | 78 | $86 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 51 | 51 | $160 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 38 | 38 | $179 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 33 | 32 | $168 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 27 | 27 | $74 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 23 | 18 | $77 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Shenandoah Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 84. This provider delivers 5.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$81
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 3 | $45.48 | |
| Erbe USA INC | 1 | $35.55 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,076
Patients
490
Total drug cost
$71,597
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 397 | 143 | $5,455 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 189 | 81 | $3,543 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 179 | 162 | $2,822 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 77 | 31 | $1,896 |
| Lactulose | Generic | 44 | 20 | $815 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 32 | 16 | $661 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 30 | 15 | $1,747 |
| Peg-3350 and Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 23 | 22 | $365 |
| Dexlansoprazole Dr (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 21 | 0 | $7,441 |
| Cholestyramine (Cholestyramine (With Sugar)) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $2,019 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Shailaja Behara's medical specialty?
Dr. Shailaja Behara practices Gastroenterology Physician in Shenandoah, TX.
Where does Dr. Shailaja Behara practice?
Dr. Shailaja Behara practices at 920 Medical Plaza Dr, Shenandoah, TX 773803260. Office phone: 2815281511.
What is Dr. Shailaja Behara's NPI?
Dr. Shailaja Behara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255318044, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Shailaja Behara accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Shailaja Behara accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Shailaja Behara commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.