Samuel A Shelanski, MD
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Also practices: HOSPICE/PALLIATIVE CARE
Samuel a Shelanski, MD practices as part of a group medical oncology internal medicine specialist practice in Loveland, CO. A Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons graduate since 1995, he brings 31+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer.
Older · 439dNPPES updated 2025-02-21 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2000 N Boise Ave, Loveland, CO 80538
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.75%
Colorado avg: 6.1 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.7 pts)
5.75% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better74.2%
Colorado avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
184
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
172
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
921
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.88M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.
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 Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$58 received from industry
3 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Samuel a Shelanski's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Education & Training
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 1995)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 390304
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Samuel a Shelanski for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Loveland 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 Samuel a Shelanski
Dr. Shelanski is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Loveland, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (970) 810-3894.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Samuel a Shelanski
Practice Location
2000 N Boise Ave, Loveland, CO 80538
Mailing Address
2000 N Boise Ave, Loveland, CO 80538
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