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VIMAL C SHARMA MD
NPI 1952468795
Internal Medicine in Richland, WA

Active since January 02, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 50D2092109 · Waiver
95.95/100
CMS Quality Rating
712 SWIFT BLVD STE 8, RICHLAND, WA 99352(509) 943-5664(509) 943-5443 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 28, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 27, 2026.

About Vimal C Sharma Md NPPES

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

VIMAL C SHARMA MD (NPI 1952468795) is an individual internal medicine provider in Richland, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00032035) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through April 4, 2028, and is affiliated with Good Shepherd Medical Center.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1952468795
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameVIMAL C SHARMACredential: MD
Location Address712 SWIFT BLVD STE 8Richland, WA 99352-3578
Mailing Address712 Swift Blvd Ste 8Richland, WA 99352-3578 · (509) 943-5664 · Fax (509) 943-5443
Phone(509) 943-5664
Fax(509) 943-5443
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1981
Enumeration DateJanuary 2, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateApril 28, 2009
✔ NPI 1952468795 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD00032035
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.
712 SWIFT BLVD STE 8, Richland, WA 99352
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINF91612
Medicaid1100825WA
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified91-2135013

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.Insurance ›

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

Vimal C 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 ID1153472758
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090622000277
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 50D2092109

Vimal Sharma MD Inc Ps · Richland, WA
Active · expires Apr 4, 2028
CLIA Number50D2092109
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateFebruary 26, 2015
Certificate Expiration DateApril 4, 2028
Laboratory DirectorVimal C. Sharma
Laboratory Phone(509) 943-5664
Laboratory LocationVimal Sharma MD Inc Ps1100 Gilmore Ave, Richland, WA 99352
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Name Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

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.

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.
589 services216 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.
186 services186 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.
59 services41 patients
Transitional care management services for problem of high complexity 99496
Transitional care management services are designed to ensure a smooth transition from a hospital to home or another care setting for patients with complex health issues. These services include medication management, patient education, and coordination with healthcare providers.
12 services11 patients
Initial preventive physical examination; face-to-face visit, services limited to new beneficiary during the first 12 months of medicare enrollment G0402
An Initial Preventive Physical Examination, also known as a "Welcome to Medicare" visit, is a one-time, face-to-face visit during your first 12 months of Medicare enrollment. It includes a review of your health, as well as education and counseling about preventive services and further screenings.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Good Shepherd Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Hermiston, OR
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number381325
Location610 NW 11th StreetHermiston, OR 97838 · Umatilla County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Kadlec Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Richland, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500058
Location888 Swift BlvdRichland, WA 99352 · Benton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 99352 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.78 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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.

95.95/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost86.51

Reported Quality Measures

Controlling High Blood Pressure
94%485 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
8%123 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%2,730 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
100%802 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
100%1,145 patients5/55-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 6

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
14 suppliers52 claims120 services$5.44 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers12 claims12 services$0.97 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4034
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier12 claims258 services$3.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4150
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier12 claims3,987 services$0.39 avg. paid by Medicare
Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$34.16 avg. paid by Medicare
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 supplier20 claims20 services$184.96 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Vimal Sharma's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vimal Sharma is 1952468795. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 2, 2007.

Where is Vimal Sharma located?

Vimal Sharma practices at 712 Swift Blvd Ste 8, Richland, WA 99352. The listed phone number is (509) 943-5664.

What is Vimal Sharma's specialty?

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

Is Vimal Sharma enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vimal 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.

Does Vimal Sharma hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 50D2092109) is associated with this NPI, valid through April 4, 2028. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

What insurance does Vimal Sharma accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Vimal Sharma 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 Vimal Sharma affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Vimal Sharma is affiliated with Good Shepherd Medical Center and Kadlec Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vimal Sharma was last updated on April 28, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.