David Shepard, M.D.
NPI 1053588731 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Decatur, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Shepard, M.D. is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Decatur, GA (NPI 1053588731).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053588731
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 66068 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
504 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 248 | $91 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 85 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 45 | $66 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 41 | $135 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 26 | $182 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Letrozole | 93 | 21 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 70 | 15 |
| Mirtazapine | 37 | 14 |
| Dexamethasone | 37 | 15 |
| Gabapentin | 36 | 13 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | 30 | 23 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 26 | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$8,789 across 172 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-05-13
- Last updated
- 2018-10-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Shepard's NPI number?
- David Shepard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053588731, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Shepard's specialty?
- David Shepard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Shepard located?
- David Shepard's practice location on file with NPPES is 2675 N Decatur Rd Ste 200, Decatur, GA 30033-6132.
- What is David Shepard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Shepard is (404) 501-7040.
- Does David Shepard accept Medicare?
- David Shepard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Shepard's NPI active?
- Yes — David Shepard's NPI (1053588731) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-10-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.