Shanta Shepherd, M.D,
NPI 1174986756 · Urology Physician · Hartford, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shanta Shepherd, M.D, is a Urology Physician provider in Hartford, CT (NPI 1174986756).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174986756
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D,
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 68747 (CT)
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
10 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
924 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 | 241 | $5 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 236 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 206 | $132 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 51 | $174 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 38 | $247 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 37 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 461 | 142 |
| Finasteride | 188 | 57 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 168 | 54 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 126 | 43 |
| Estradiol | 95 | 64 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 65 | 55 |
| Methenamine Hippurate | 57 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,592 across 80 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
- 2016-04-01
- Last updated
- 2022-05-12
- Certified
- 2022-05-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shanta Shepherd's NPI number?
- Shanta Shepherd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174986756, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shanta Shepherd's specialty?
- Shanta Shepherd is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shanta Shepherd located?
- Shanta Shepherd's practice location on file with NPPES is 19 Woodland St Ste 23, Hartford, CT 06105-2368.
- What is Shanta Shepherd's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shanta Shepherd is (860) 522-2251.
- Does Shanta Shepherd accept Medicare?
- Shanta Shepherd is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shanta Shepherd's NPI active?
- Yes — Shanta Shepherd's NPI (1174986756) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-05-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.