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DR. VIKRANTA SHARMA MD
NPI 1144304189
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Red Bank, NJ

Active since October 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
176 RIVERSIDE AVE, RED BANK, NJ 07701(723) 224-6868(732) 224-0843 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 7, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Vikranta Sharma Md NPPES

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

DR. VIKRANTA SHARMA MD (NPI 1144304189) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Red Bank, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (25MA08160400) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - Somerset, and is a graduate of Other (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144304189
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. VIKRANTA SHARMACredential: MD
Location Address176 RIVERSIDE AVERed Bank, NJ 07701-1063
Mailing Address1 Stites DrCranbury, NJ 08512-3155 · (609) 395-6922 · Fax (609) 395-6922
Phone(723) 224-6868
Fax(732) 224-0843
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateOctober 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 7, 2014
✔ NPI 1144304189 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in NJ · 25MA08160400
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 25MA08160400 (NJ)
176 RIVERSIDE AVE, Red Bank, NJ 07701
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid0117854NJ
Other111989NJ · Medicare
Medicare UPINH09905NY

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Vikranta Sharma 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 ID1153350566
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070710000447
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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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.

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
365 services337 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
251 services170 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
227 services202 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
152 services108 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
112 services104 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - Somerset

Acute Care Hospitals · Somerville, NJ
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310048
Location110 Rehill AveSomerville, NJ 08876 · Somerset County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Monmouth Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Long Branch, NJ
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number310075
Location300 Second AvenueLong Branch, NJ 07740 · Monmouth County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

MRS. THERESA PUGLIESE PNP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
176 RIVERSIDE AVE
RED BANK, NJ 07701
Monmouth County (732) 684-0334
MRS. MARION D NORMAN APN
Nurse Practitioner
176 RIVERSIDE AVE
RED BANK, NJ 07701
Monmouth County (732) 747-1204
DR. ANGELA SCEVOLA-DATTOLI MD
Family Medicine
176 RIVERSIDE AVE
RED BANK, NJ 07701
Monmouth County (732) 219-6620
VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION OF CENTRAL JERSEY PERSONAL CARE, INC
Home Health
176 RIVERSIDE AVE
RED BANK, NJ 07701
Monmouth County (732) 224-6891

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 Vikranta Sharma's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vikranta Sharma is 1144304189. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 25, 2006.

Where is Vikranta Sharma located?

Vikranta Sharma practices at 176 Riverside Ave, Red Bank, NJ 07701. The listed phone number is (723) 224-6868.

What is Vikranta Sharma's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Vikranta Sharma enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vikranta Sharma 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.

Is Vikranta Sharma affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Vikranta Sharma is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - Somerset and Monmouth Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vikranta Sharma was last updated on February 7, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 years 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.