Ganesh B Shidham, MD
With over 45 years in internal medicine, Ganesh B Shidham, MD is a long-established nephrologist in Columbus. He has been in practice for 45+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 95.31/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 56% of reporting doctors in Ohio
- Federal MIPS score higher than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in Ohio
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
543 Taylor Ave, Columbus, OH 43203-1278
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 70% of doctors in Ohio on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202395.31/100
Ohio avg: 85.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.7 pts)
Better than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in OhioHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.9%
Ohio avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in OhioHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
244
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
116
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
612
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $61k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,065 reporting peers in Ohio.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$29 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Ganesh B Shidham's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jan 12, 2025
CMS-verified certification date
45 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Mailing address
700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120, Columbus, OH 43202-1559
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Ganesh B Shidham
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ganesh B Shidham for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Columbus required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ganesh B Shidham
NPI records show Dr. Shidham as active with telehealth listed in Columbus, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (614) 293-4837.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ganesh B Shidham
Practice Location
543 Taylor Ave, Columbus, OH 43203-1278
Mailing Address
700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120, Columbus, OH 43202-1559
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