Thomas Shands, MD
NPI 1346247798 · Internal Medicine Physician · New Albany, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Shands, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in New Albany, MS (NPI 1346247798).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1346247798
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 07711 (MS)
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
20 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
2,614 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 | 661 | $115 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 504 | $15 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 217 | $9 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 171 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 107 | $82 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 115 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 247 | 66 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 199 | 26 |
| Lisinopril | 181 | 44 |
| Omeprazole | 168 | 45 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 167 | 43 |
| Gabapentin | 137 | 34 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$396 across 22 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
- 2005-06-30
- Last updated
- 2020-08-19
- Certified
- 2020-08-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Shands's NPI number?
- Thomas Shands's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346247798, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Shands's specialty?
- Thomas Shands is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Shands located?
- Thomas Shands's practice location on file with NPPES is 300 Oxford Rd, New Albany, MS 38652-3117.
- What is Thomas Shands's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Shands is (662) 534-8166.
- Does Thomas Shands accept Medicare?
- Thomas Shands is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Shands's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Shands's NPI (1346247798) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.