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ALKA SHARMA M.D.
NPI 1275737561
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Alameda, CA

Active since June 12, 2007PECOS Enrolled
30/100
CMS Quality Rating
2070 CLINTON AVE FL 4, ALAMEDA, CA 94501(510) 748-0931(510) 748-8110 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 30, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Alka Sharma M.d. NPPES

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

ALKA SHARMA M.D. (NPI 1275737561) is an individual nephrology provider in Alameda, California, licensed in California (A48009) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275737561
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameALKA SHARMACredential: M.D.
Location Address2070 CLINTON AVE FL 4Alameda, CA 94501-4320
Mailing AddressPo Box 1099Alameda, CA 94501-0499 · (510) 748-0931 · Fax (510) 748-8110
Phone(510) 748-0931
Fax(510) 748-8110
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateJune 12, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 30, 2021
NPPES CertifiedJuly 30, 2021
✔ NPI 1275737561 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A48009
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
2070 CLINTON AVE FL 4, Alameda, CA 94501
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00A480090CA

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 (PECOS)

Alka Sharma M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID8921064338
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041207001254
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 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.

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.
635 services232 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.
182 services111 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
152 services152 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
151 services151 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
114 services113 patients
Influenza vaccine, inactivated 90653
The Influenza vaccine, inactivated, is a shot given to protect against the flu. It contains killed virus particles that help your body build immunity to the flu. It's recommended annually to keep your protection up-to-date. It's safe for ages 6 months and up.
108 services107 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94501 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
$153.83 typical visit price
range $69.00 – $202.35
Typical copayment $38.45 (range $17.25 – $50.58)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$119.48 typical visit price
range $23.44 – $166.46
Typical copayment $29.87 (range $5.86 – $41.61)
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.

30/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0
Cost100

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
87%219 patients4/55-star benchmark: 99%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
100%6,394 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
26%1,049 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
45%590 patients3/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
31%721 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
62%1,049 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 1% · 590 patients
2%590 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 12

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
9 suppliers54 claims117 services$5.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
7 suppliers27 claims28 services$0.86 avg. paid by Medicare
Powered pressure reducing mattress overlay/pad, alternating, with pump, includes heavy duty E0181
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$11.96 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$25.89 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), without side rails, without mattress E0295
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
3 suppliers20 claims21 services$44.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$28.79 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

ISLAND MEDICAL GROUP A MEDICAL CORPORATION
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
2070 CLINTON AVE FL 4
ALAMEDA, CA 94501
Alameda County (510) 748-0931
DR. REX EDWARD MOULTON-BARRETT M.D.
Specialist
2070 CLINTON AVE FL 4
ALAMEDA, CA 94501
Alameda County (510) 864-1800

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 Alka Sharma's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alka Sharma is 1275737561. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 12, 2007.

Where is Alka Sharma located?

Alka Sharma practices at 2070 Clinton Ave Fl 4, Alameda, CA 94501. The listed phone number is (510) 748-0931.

What is Alka Sharma's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Alka Sharma enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alka Sharma is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alka Sharma was last updated on July 30, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.