Stephen Shields, MD
NPI 1427018506 · Internal Medicine Physician · Clearwater, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Shields, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Clearwater, FL (NPI 1427018506).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427018506
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- ME053720 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
5,700 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 960 | $124 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 745 | $22 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 697 | $9 |
| 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 | 611 | $16 |
| Annual Alcohol Misuse Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0442 | 500 | $18 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent Visit |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 174 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 736 | 193 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 677 | 196 |
| Lisinopril | 482 | 138 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 459 | 139 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 372 | 121 |
| Alprazolam | 356 | 69 |
| Metoprolol Succinate |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-24
- Last updated
- 2013-01-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Shields's NPI number?
- Stephen Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427018506, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Shields's specialty?
- Stephen Shields is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Shields located?
- Stephen Shields's practice location on file with NPPES is 1211 Reynolds Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756-3353.
- What is Stephen Shields's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Shields is (727) 466-6564.
- Does Stephen Shields accept Medicare?
- Stephen Shields is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Shields's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Shields's NPI (1427018506) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-01-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.