Shem Blackley, M.D.
NPI 1578576674 · Urology Physician · Shelby, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shem Blackley, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Shelby, NC (NPI 1578576674).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578576674
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 32340 (NC)
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
4,275 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 1,054 | $2 |
| 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 | 810 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 745 | $127 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 354 | $11 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 271 | $8 |
| X-Ray of Abdomen, 1 View74018 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 1,060 | 336 |
| Finasteride | 747 | 230 |
| Oxybutynin Chloride | 548 | 228 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 297 | 118 |
| Nitrofurantoin Macrocrystalbrand: Nitrofurantoin | 230 | 58 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 133 | 81 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 122 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$140 across 6 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
- 2006-08-14
- Last updated
- 2021-05-26
- Certified
- 2021-05-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shem Blackley's NPI number?
- Shem Blackley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578576674, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shem Blackley's specialty?
- Shem Blackley is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shem Blackley located?
- Shem Blackley's practice location on file with NPPES is 1001 N Washington St, Shelby, NC 28150-1800.
- What is Shem Blackley's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shem Blackley is (704) 482-2011.
- Does Shem Blackley accept Medicare?
- Shem Blackley is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shem Blackley's NPI active?
- Yes — Shem Blackley's NPI (1578576674) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.