AHMED ELSHARKAWI M.D. – NPI #1861456378
Internal Medicine

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.

Health Care Provider Taxonomy Code for Internal Medicine

AHMED ELSHARKAWI is a physician located in BRUNSWICK, GA. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1861456378 to AHMED ELSHARKAWI on April 12, 2006. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207RN0300X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology

The NPI profile was previously updated about 4 years ago on Jul 21, 2022. 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 AHMED ELSHARKAWI below.

NPI Profile for
AHMED ELSHARKAWI

NPI Number
1861456378
Enumeration Date

(more than 20 years ago)
Entity Type
Type-1  Individual (Male)
Legal Name
AHMED ELSHARKAWI
Credentials
M.D.
Primary location
3025 SHRINE RD STE 270
BRUNSWICK, GA 31520-4785
Phone: (912) 262-2723 Fax: (912) 264-5609
Mailing address
Same as primary location
Sole Proprietor
Yes
Updated
Identifiers

Identifiers for AHMED ELSHARKAWI

Identifiers are used to associate other provider identifiers such as Medicaid or other insurers (ie:, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Aetna, Kaiser-Permanente, etc.), with their NPI number. These identifiers can be used in matching an NPI number to an insurer's records. However, not all providers have such numbers and not all providers choose to include them in their NPI information.

See identifiers
DescriptionIssuerStateIdentifier
OTHERGA STATE LICENSEGA055128
MEDICAIDGA663552717J
MEDICAIDGA663552717M
MEDICAIDGA663552717P
MEDICAIDGA663552717L
MEDICAIDGA663552717K
MEDICAIDGA663552717Q
MEDICAIDGA663552717R
Taxonomy Code(s)

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
207RN0300X
- Internal Medicine / Nephrology (Primary)		 GA 55128

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

Accepts Medicare
This provider accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. The Medicare-approved amount is the total the provider can be paid. When a provider accepts the Medicare-approved amount as payment, you won't be billed for more than the Medicare deductible & coinsureance.
Medicare Ordering & Referring
Provider can:
  • Refer to Part B
  • Order Durable Medical Equipment
  • Refer to Home Health Agency
  • Order Power Mobility Devices
Affiliations
AHMED ELSHARKAWI is affiliated with the following medical group(s):
  • HOSPITAL
    • LIBERTY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
      462 E G MILES PARKWAY
      HINESVILLE, GA 31310
    • SOUTHEAST GEORGIA HEALTH SYSTEM -- CAMDEN CAMPUS
      2000 DAN PROCTOR DRIVE
      SAINT MARYS, GA 31558
    • SOUTHEAST GEORGIA HEALTH SYSTEM- BRUNSWICK CAMPUS
      2415 PARKWOOD DRIVE
      BRUNSWICK, GA 31520
    • WAYNE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
      865 SOUTH FIRST STREET
      JESUP, GA 31545
  • HOME HEALTH AGENCY
    • ADVANTAGE HOME HEALTH
      4635 NEW JESUP HWY
      BRUNSWICK, GA 31520
    • CENTERWELL HOME HEALTH
      2280 EAST VICTORY DRIVE, SUITE B
      SAVANNAH, GA 31404
  • DIALYSIS FACILITY
    • BIO-MEDICAL APPLICATIONS OF GA INC
      234 Kingsbay Road
      Saint Marys, GA 31558
    • BMA OF GEORGIA
      3150 Glynn Ave
      Brunswick, GA 31520
    • DAVITA JESUP DIALYSIS
      301 PEACHTREE ST
      JESUP, GA 31545
    • DAVITA ST. MARY'S DIALYSIS
      2714 Osborne Rd
      SAINT MARYS, GA 31558
    • FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE DIALYSIS OF GOLDEN ISLES
      475 Gateway Center Blvd
      BRUNSWICK, GA 31525

Why is my NPI data (personal information) being displayed publicly?
If you have an active NPI profile, your profile is required to be disclosed according to the FOIA and eFOIA. HIPAA also requires covered providers to share their NPI with other providers, health plans, clearinghouses and any entity that may need it for billing purposes.

How do I correct or change the NPI data displayed here?
At any time, providers can make changes to their NPI profile at NPPES. Login to NPPES to make changes online or call (800) 465-3203 for assistance. Changes made at NPPES will be reflected on this web site within a few days.

Can I hide my NPI profile from the public?
Unfortunately, No. The NPPES discloses health care provider data under the Freedom of Information Act to the public, which means anyone may request such information directly from the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System. See the complete CMS Data Dissemination Notice here.