MEGHA SHANKAR M.D.
NPI 1518329184
Internal Medicine in Seattle, WA

Active since March 23, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, ROOM BB-527 BOX 356421, SEATTLE, WA 98195(206) 543-3605 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 28, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 28, 2021, Mar 23, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Megha Shankar M.d. NPPES

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

MEGHA SHANKAR M.D. (NPI 1518329184) is an individual internal medicine provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in California (A164217) and active in the NPI registry since March 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in San Diego, and is a graduate of University Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518329184
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameMEGHA SHANKARCredential: M.D.
Location Address1959 NE PACIFIC ST, ROOM BB-527 BOX 356421Seattle, WA 98195-6421
Mailing AddressPo Box 232410San Diego, CA 92193-2410
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb)Graduated 2016
Enumeration DateMarch 23, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 28, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 28, 2021
✔ NPI 1518329184 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A164217
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, Seattle, WA 98195

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1200 W Arbor DrSan Diego, CA 92103-9000 · Phone (800) 926-8273

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Megha Shankar M.d. 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 ID7416249792
PECOS Enrollment IDI20211027000486
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Megha Shankar reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Allergy & Immunology
200 W ARBOR DR
San Diego, CA 92103
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 1,051 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 6

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.
225 services173 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
117 services77 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.
49 services49 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.
28 services27 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.
19 services19 patients
Online digital evaluation and management service for an established patient for up to 7 days, total time 5-10 minutes 99421
This service involves a week-long digital assessment of your health status. It's conducted online by your healthcare provider, focusing on managing your existing health condition. The process takes 5-10 minutes of your time daily, ensuring optimal health management.
17 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98195 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
$143.76 typical visit price
range $63.67 – $189.37
Typical copayment $35.94 (range $15.91 – $47.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.00 typical visit price
range $21.12 – $155.00
Typical copayment $27.75 (range $5.28 – $38.75)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier17 claims17 services$183.93 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 20

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

Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal & Fetal Medicine)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, 3RD FLOOR SW 350
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Occupational Therapist
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, MAILBOX 356490
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Ophthalmology
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, BOX 365485
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Anesthesiology
1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, BOX 356015
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, BOX 356100
SEATTLE, WA 98195
Hospitalist
1959 NE PACIFIC ST
SEATTLE, WA 98195

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 Megha Shankar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Megha Shankar is 1518329184. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 23, 2016.

Where is Megha Shankar located?

Megha Shankar practices at 1959 NE Pacific St Room Bb-527 Box 356421, Seattle, WA 98195. The listed phone number is (206) 543-3605.

What is Megha Shankar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Megha Shankar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Megha Shankar 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 organization bills Medicare for Megha Shankar's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Megha Shankar reassigns Medicare benefits to Regents Of The University Of California (San Diego, CA). The 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 Megha Shankar's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Megha Shankar was last updated on September 28, 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.