DR. NIEL N SHAH MD
NPI 1619453503
Internal Medicine in Philadelphia, PA

Active since July 14, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5501 OLD YORK RD, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141(215) 456-6500(215) 456-7443 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 7, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 7, 2021, Jul 14, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Niel N Shah Md NPPES

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

DR. NIEL N SHAH MD (NPI 1619453503) is an individual internal medicine provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD474569) and active in the NPI registry since July 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Albert Einstein Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Bronx.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619453503
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. NIEL N SHAHCredential: MD
Location Address5501 OLD YORK RDPhiladelphia, PA 19141-3018
Mailing Address5501 Old York RdPhiladelphia, PA 19141-3018 · (215) 456-6500
Fax(215) 456-7443
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJuly 14, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 7, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 7, 2021
✔ NPI 1619453503 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 PA · MD474569
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.
5501 OLD YORK RD, Philadelphia, PA 19141

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11650 Grand ConcourseBronx, NY 10457-7606 · Phone (917) 355-4817

Accepted Insurance

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. Niel N Shah 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 ID547662967
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210708000167
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Niel Shah reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Medical Toxicology
5501 OLD YORK RD
Philadelphia, PA 19141
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 1,205 clinicians in this Medicare group
Family Medicine
1407 RHAWN ST
Philadelphia, PA 19111
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 646 clinicians in this Medicare group
Internal Medicine
225 S CENTER AVE
Somerset, PA 15501
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of Pennsylvania PC
  • 274 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 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.

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.
290 services149 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.
156 services88 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
70 services68 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
62 services61 patients
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.
58 services56 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Albert Einstein Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390142
Location5501 Old York RoadPhiladelphia, PA 19141 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Einstein Medical Center Montgomery

Acute Care Hospitals · East Norriton, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390329
Location559 West Germantown PikeEast Norriton, PA 19403 · Montgomery County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19141 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
$137.17 typical visit price
range $59.88 – $180.99
Typical copayment $34.29 (range $14.97 – $45.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$105.21 typical visit price
range $19.30 – $147.29
Typical copayment $26.30 (range $4.82 – $36.82)
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.

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.

Emergency Medicine
5501 OLD YORK RD, EINSTEIN MEDICAL CENTER - PHILADELPHIA
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Pediatrics
5501 OLD YORK RD
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Physician Assistant (Medical)
5501 OLD YORK RD, KORMAN BUILDING SUITE 202
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Orthopaedic Surgery
5501 OLD YORK RD
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
5501 OLD YORK RD
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
5501 OLD YORK RD
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
5501 OLD YORK RD
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19141
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
5501 OLD YORK RD
PHILA, PA 19141

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 Niel Shah's NPI number?

The NPI number for Niel Shah is 1619453503. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 14, 2018.

Where is Niel Shah located?

Niel Shah practices at 5501 Old York Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19141. The listed phone number is (215) 456-6500.

What is Niel Shah's specialty?

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

Is Niel Shah enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Niel Shah 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 Niel Shah's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Niel Shah reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Einstein Practice Plan, Inc (Philadelphia, PA), Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic Medical Group (Philadelphia, PA) and Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of Pennsylvania, P.C. (Somerset, PA). 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 Niel Shah's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Niel Shah accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan list Niel Shah as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Niel Shah affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Niel Shah is affiliated with Albert Einstein Medical Center and Einstein Medical Center Montgomery.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Niel Shah was last updated on July 7, 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.