Cathy Shell, NP
NPI 1447755772 · Gerontology Nurse Practitioner · Star Tannery, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Cathy Shell, NP is a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider in Star Tannery, VA (NPI 1447755772).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447755772
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gerontology Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- NP
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 0001215908 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Nursing Service Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
8 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
3,277 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 1,117 | $88 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 951 | $88 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 476 | $61 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 475 | $61 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 97 | $126 |
| Nursing Facility Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 81 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 227 | 51 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 123 | 27 |
| Furosemide | 104 | 39 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 95 | 47 |
| Potassium Chloride | 88 | 27 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 82 | 23 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 78 | 42 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$18 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-03-28
- Last updated
- 2024-09-27
- Certified
- 2024-09-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cathy Shell's NPI number?
- Cathy Shell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447755772, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Cathy Shell's specialty?
- Cathy Shell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Cathy Shell located?
- Cathy Shell's practice location on file with NPPES is 98 Wheatfield Ln, Star Tannery, VA 22654-3167.
- What is Cathy Shell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Cathy Shell is (540) 335-6730.
- Does Cathy Shell accept Medicare?
- Cathy Shell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Cathy Shell's NPI active?
- Yes — Cathy Shell's NPI (1447755772) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-09-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.