Shachar Tauber, MD
NPI 1174689723 · Ophthalmology Physician · Springfield, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shachar Tauber, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Springfield, MO (NPI 1174689723).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174689723
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2004026257 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
1,503 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 328 | $83 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea92025 | 272 | $31 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Cornea to Determine Thickness76514 | 172 | $10 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 160 | $29 |
| Imaging of Front Third of Eye Using a Special Microscope92286 | 107 | $35 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 105 | $408 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 281 | 106 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 223 | 78 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | 115 | 39 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 110 | 32 |
| Fluorometholone | 76 | 31 |
| Polymyxin B Sulf/Trimethoprimbrand: Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim | 55 | 32 |
| Vancomycin Hcl | 49 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$9,934 across 43 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
- 2006-12-28
- Last updated
- 2007-07-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shachar Tauber's NPI number?
- Shachar Tauber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174689723, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shachar Tauber's specialty?
- Shachar Tauber is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shachar Tauber located?
- Shachar Tauber's practice location on file with NPPES is 1229 E Seminole St, Springfield, MO 65804-2227.
- What is Shachar Tauber's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shachar Tauber is (417) 820-9393.
- Does Shachar Tauber accept Medicare?
- Shachar Tauber is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shachar Tauber's NPI active?
- Yes — Shachar Tauber's NPI (1174689723) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.