Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton, MD
NPI 1437136959 · Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Murfreesboro, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in Murfreesboro, TN (NPI 1437136959).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437136959
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101055524 (VA)
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
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
1,448 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 265 | $448 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 209 | $28 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 161 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 142 | $83 |
| Insertion of Drug Delivery Implant Into Tear Duct of Eye68841 | 112 | $15 |
| Extended Exam of the Back Part of the Eye With Optic Nerve Drawing92202 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 776 | 208 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 556 | 162 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 485 | 292 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 430 | 267 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa | 337 | 85 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 255 | 79 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 250 | 152 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,090 across 50 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
- 2005-12-27
- Last updated
- 2023-02-13
- Certified
- 2023-02-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton's NPI number?
- Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437136959, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton's specialty?
- Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton located?
- Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton's practice location on file with NPPES is 1602 W. Northfield Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN 37129-6056.
- What is Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton is (617) 217-3321.
- Does Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton accept Medicare?
- Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Fitzgerald-Shelton's NPI (1437136959) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-02-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.