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DR. JOSEPH GEORGE SHAMI MD
NPI 1144259649
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Wayne, NJ

Active since June 30, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
468 PARISH DR STE 6, WAYNE, NJ 07470(973) 988-2100(973) 952-6248 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 23, 2026, Aug 9, 2023, Apr 27, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Joseph George Shami Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. JOSEPH GEORGE SHAMI MD (NPI 1144259649) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Wayne, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (25MA03848700) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Chilton Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Totowa.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144259649
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH GEORGE SHAMICredential: MD
Location Address468 PARISH DR STE 6Wayne, NJ 07470-4671
Mailing Address1130 Mcbride Ave Fl 3Woodland Park, NJ 07424-3806 · (973) 812-1400 · Fax (973) 812-1404
Phone(973) 988-2100
Fax(973) 952-6248
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateJune 30, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 23, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 23, 2026
✔ NPI 1144259649 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MA03848700
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
468 PARISH DR STE 6, Wayne, NJ 07470
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1225 Minnisink RdTotowa, NJ 07512-1804 · Phone (975) 596-6118

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1703803NJ

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Joseph George Shami Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3375611155
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081007000123
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Shami reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Gastroenterology Associates Of New Jersey, LLC
2.4 mi
Gastroenterology
1130 MCBRIDE AVE
Woodland Park, NJ 07424
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • 117 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1497932271 (973) 812-1400
St Josephs Medical Group PC
4.2 mi
Internal Medicine
703 MAIN ST
Paterson, NJ 07503
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • 317 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1205425519 (973) 754-2000

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 11

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

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 99439
Chronic Care Management services involve regular check-ins with healthcare professionals to manage two or more chronic conditions. It includes an additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time per month, directed by a healthcare professional, to ensure optimal health management.
267 services25 patients
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.
165 services28 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
147 services109 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
126 services93 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
59 services59 patients
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope 45380
A biopsy of the large bowel using a flexible endoscope is a procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the bowel. If abnormal tissue is found, a small sample is taken for further examination. This helps in diagnosing conditions like inflammation, polyps, or cancer.
45 services45 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Chilton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Pompton Plains, NJ
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310017
Location97 West ParkwayPompton Plains, NJ 07444 · Morris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Joseph's University Medical Center Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Paterson, NJ
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number310019
Location703 Main StPaterson, NJ 07503 · Passaic County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 07470 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$144.86 typical visit price
range $63.84 – $190.92
Typical copayment $36.21 (range $15.96 – $47.73)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.57 typical visit price
range $20.97 – $155.92
Typical copayment $27.89 (range $5.24 – $38.98)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
99%538 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
94%435 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MR. ORI AVRAHAM RACKOVSKY M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
468 PARISH DR STE 6
WAYNE, NJ 07470
Passaic County (973) 988-2100

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Joseph Shami's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Shami is 1144259649. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 30, 2006.

Where is Joseph Shami located?

Joseph Shami practices at 468 Parish Dr Ste 6, Wayne, NJ 07470. The listed phone number is (973) 988-2100.

What is Joseph Shami's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Joseph Shami enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Shami is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Joseph Shami's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Shami reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Gastroenterology Associates Of New Jersey, LLC (Woodland Park, NJ) and St Josephs Medical Group PC (Paterson, NJ). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Joseph Shami's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Joseph Shami affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Shami is affiliated with Chilton Medical Center and St Joseph's University Medical Center Inc.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Shami was last updated on April 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.