DESH P. SHARMA MD – NPI #1356442438
Internal Medicine
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
DESH SHARMA is a physician located in NORTH LAS VEGAS, NV. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1356442438 to DESH SHARMA on September 25, 2006. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207RH0003X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology & Oncology
The NPI profile was previously updated about 10 years ago on Jun 08, 2016. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for DESH SHARMA below.
NPI Profile for
DESH P. SHARMA
(more than 19 years ago)
1A216
NORTH LAS VEGAS, NV 89086 Phone: (410) 688-5470 Fax: (702) 224-6908
Identifiers for DESH SHARMA
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| Description | Issuer | State | Identifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| OTHER | CAREFIRST FEDERAL | W272 0001 | |
| OTHER | MEDICARE RAILROAD | 830001659 | |
| MEDICAID | MD | 408341500 |
A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 207RH0003X - Internal Medicine / Hematology & Oncology (Primary) |
MD | D31856 |
The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.
Additional Information
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- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Refer to Home Health Agency
- Order Power Mobility Devices
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