John Shields, M.D.
NPI 1245410497 · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Winston Salem, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Shields, M.D. is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Winston Salem, NC (NPI 1245410497).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245410497
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2011-00100 (NC)
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
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
366 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 | 144 | $61 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 91 | $90 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 59 | $1,181 |
| Replacement of Thigh Bone and Hip Joint With Prosthesis27130 | 39 | $1,147 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 19 | $124 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | 183 | 126 |
| Meloxicam | 67 | 32 |
| Celecoxib | 49 | 26 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 38 | 32 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 27 | 21 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 21 | 19 |
| Methylprednisolone | 19 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$29,040 across 34 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
- 2007-11-05
- Last updated
- 2012-09-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Shields's NPI number?
- John Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245410497, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Shields's specialty?
- John Shields is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Shields located?
- John Shields's practice location on file with NPPES is Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 27157-0001.
- What is John Shields's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Shields is (336) 716-2255.
- Does John Shields accept Medicare?
- John Shields is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Shields's NPI active?
- Yes — John Shields's NPI (1245410497) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-09-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.