Marc Shields, MD
NPI 1265435226 · Ophthalmology Physician · Staunton, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Marc Shields, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Staunton, VA (NPI 1265435226).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265435226
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101236216 (VA)
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
21 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
3,704 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,179 | $127 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 442 | $90 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 307 | $64 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 265 | $23 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 252 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 215 | $130 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 837 | 207 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 386 | 285 |
| Timolol Maleate | 123 | 23 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 94 | 82 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 64 | 21 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 22 | 14 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 18 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$190 across 12 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
- 2005-05-24
- Last updated
- 2020-07-08
- Certified
- 2020-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Marc Shields's NPI number?
- Marc Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265435226, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Marc Shields's specialty?
- Marc Shields is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Marc Shields located?
- Marc Shields's practice location on file with NPPES is 1500 Commerce Rd, Staunton, VA 24401-9032.
- What is Marc Shields's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Marc Shields is (540) 213-7720.
- Does Marc Shields accept Medicare?
- Marc Shields is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Marc Shields's NPI active?
- Yes — Marc Shields's NPI (1265435226) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.