Carol Shields, MD
NPI 1578652988 · Ophthalmology Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carol Shields, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1578652988).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578652988
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD031868E (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
19 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
8,213 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 1,619 | $38 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,616 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 1,191 | $173 |
| 1d and 2d Ultrasound Scan of Eye Tissue and Structures76510 | 1,154 | $69 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Eye for Foreign Body Localization76529 | 729 | $87 |
| Photography of Content of Eyes92285 | 415 | $22 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 262 | 146 |
| Atropine Sulfate | 97 | 58 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 61 | 61 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 60 | 38 |
| Lorazepam | 40 | 40 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 23 | 23 |
| Povidone-Iodinebrand: Betadine | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,122 across 2 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
- 2006-10-12
- Last updated
- 2022-02-15
- Certified
- 2022-02-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carol Shields's NPI number?
- Carol Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578652988, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carol Shields's specialty?
- Carol Shields is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carol Shields located?
- Carol Shields's practice location on file with NPPES is 840 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107.
- What is Carol Shields's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carol Shields is (215) 928-3105.
- Does Carol Shields accept Medicare?
- Carol Shields is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carol Shields's NPI active?
- Yes — Carol Shields's NPI (1578652988) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.