Ryan Shields, MD
NPI 1255726618 · Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Ft Lauderdale, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ryan Shields, MD is a Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in Ft Lauderdale, FL (NPI 1255726618).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255726618
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME148306 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
11 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
5,623 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 2,125 | $42 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,482 | $129 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 781 | $130 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 519 | $92 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 160 | $179 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 159 | $39 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 132 | 107 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 116 | 81 |
| Difluprednate | 52 | 18 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 45 | 32 |
| Bromfenac Sodium | 25 | — |
| Timolol Maleate | 21 | 16 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 19 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,143 across 24 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
- 2015-04-02
- Last updated
- 2024-06-04
- Certified
- 2024-06-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ryan Shields's NPI number?
- Ryan Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255726618, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ryan Shields's specialty?
- Ryan Shields is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ryan Shields located?
- Ryan Shields's practice location on file with NPPES is 6333 N Federal Hwy Ste 300, Ft Lauderdale, FL 33308-1909.
- What is Ryan Shields's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ryan Shields is (954) 776-6880.
- Does Ryan Shields accept Medicare?
- Ryan Shields is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ryan Shields's NPI active?
- Yes — Ryan Shields's NPI (1255726618) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.