Taylor Shepard, M.D.
NPI 1528232568 · Otolaryngology Physician · Austin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Taylor Shepard, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Austin, TX (NPI 1528232568).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528232568
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 141729 (NC)
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
18 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
1,146 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 242 | $90 |
| Professional Service for Preparation and Provision of 1 Or More Antigens95165 | 162 | $15 |
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 128 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 128 | $129 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 119 | $112 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 168 | 71 |
| Omeprazole | 79 | 30 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 57 | — |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 56 | 31 |
| Mupirocin | 54 | 30 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 44 | 16 |
| Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dipbrand: Clotrimazole-Betamethasone | 41 | 36 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$995 across 27 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
- 2008-04-22
- Last updated
- 2013-02-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Taylor Shepard's NPI number?
- Taylor Shepard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528232568, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Taylor Shepard's specialty?
- Taylor Shepard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Taylor Shepard located?
- Taylor Shepard's practice location on file with NPPES is 4315 James Casey St, Austin, TX 78745-3365.
- What is Taylor Shepard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Taylor Shepard is (512) 444-7944.
- Does Taylor Shepard accept Medicare?
- Taylor Shepard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Taylor Shepard's NPI active?
- Yes — Taylor Shepard's NPI (1528232568) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-02-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.