James Shields, MD
NPI 1295788529 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Fernandina Beach, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Shields, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Fernandina Beach, FL (NPI 1295788529).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295788529
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 027911 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
464 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 206 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 82 | $87 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, By Chemistry Analyzers80307 | 42 | $60 |
| Drug Test(s), Definitive, Utilizing (1) Drug Identification Methods Able to Identify Individual Drugs and Distinguish Between Structural Isomers (but Not Necessarily Stereoisomers), Including, But Not Limited to Gc/Ms (any Type, Single Or Tandem) and Lc/MsG0480 | 26 | $112 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 22 | $163 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 94 | 82 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 85 | 75 |
| Methocarbamol | 51 | 25 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 50 | 40 |
| Gabapentin | 49 | 41 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 39 | 32 |
| Pregabalin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$27 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 2700 Riverside Ave Ste 2Jacksonville, FL 32205-8233Phone: (904) 265-7020Fax: (904) 212-0952
- 309 Arnow DrSaint Marys, GA 31558-3176Phone: (912) 439-3500Fax: (912) 439-3528
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-18
- Last updated
- 2022-08-30
- Certified
- 2022-08-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Shields's NPI number?
- James Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295788529, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Shields's specialty?
- James Shields is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Shields located?
- James Shields's practice location on file with NPPES is 1865 Lime St Ste 101, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034-4779.
- What is James Shields's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Shields is (904) 321-2422.
- Does James Shields accept Medicare?
- James Shields is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Shields's NPI active?
- Yes — James Shields's NPI (1295788529) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-08-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.