John Sheppard, M.D.
NPI 1588663702 · Ophthalmology Physician · Norfolk, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Sheppard, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Norfolk, VA (NPI 1588663702).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588663702
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101043383 (VA)
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
3,510 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 960 | $124 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 499 | $197 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 234 | $35 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 225 | $27 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 224 | $61 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 193 | $88 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 51 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 567 | 251 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 327 | 116 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 320 | 123 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 287 | 132 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | 252 | 89 |
| Latanoprost | 201 | 79 |
| Difluprednate | 179 | 69 |
| Valacyclovir Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$198,031 across 292 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
- 2005-07-19
- Last updated
- 2015-10-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Sheppard's NPI number?
- John Sheppard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588663702, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Sheppard's specialty?
- John Sheppard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Sheppard located?
- John Sheppard's practice location on file with NPPES is 241 Corporate Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23502-4954.
- What is John Sheppard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Sheppard is (757) 622-2200.
- Does John Sheppard accept Medicare?
- John Sheppard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Sheppard's NPI active?
- Yes — John Sheppard's NPI (1588663702) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-10-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.