William Shell, MD
NPI 1104818269 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
William Shell, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1104818269).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1104818269
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD14260 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,431 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 318 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 259 | $82 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 224 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 168 | $52 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 86 | $41 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | 69 | 59 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 53 | 43 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 53 | 40 |
| Methylprednisolone | 52 | 46 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 25 | 20 |
| Meloxicam | 22 | 16 |
| Cephalexin | 17 | 12 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-16
- Last updated
- 2023-10-13
- Certified
- 2023-10-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is William Shell's NPI number?
- William Shell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1104818269, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is William Shell's specialty?
- William Shell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is William Shell located?
- William Shell's practice location on file with NPPES is 4230 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205-2013.
- What is William Shell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for William Shell is (615) 383-2693.
- Does William Shell accept Medicare?
- William Shell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is William Shell's NPI active?
- Yes — William Shell's NPI (1104818269) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-10-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.