Michael Shanks, DO
NPI 1619241783 · Urology Physician · Terre Haute, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Shanks, DO is a Urology Physician provider in Terre Haute, IN (NPI 1619241783).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619241783
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 02005486A (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 401 | 152 |
| Finasteride | 74 | 28 |
| Cephalexin | 64 | 42 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 53 | 18 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 43 | 33 |
| Solifenacin Succinate | 42 | 14 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 37 | 24 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,355 across 44 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 20201 Crawford AveAttn: Postdoctoral EducationOlympia Fields, IL 60461-1010Phone: (708) 747-4000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-03-06
- Last updated
- 2018-08-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Shanks's NPI number?
- Michael Shanks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619241783, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Shanks's specialty?
- Michael Shanks is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Shanks located?
- Michael Shanks's practice location on file with NPPES is 3401 S 4th St, Terre Haute, IN 47802.
- What is Michael Shanks's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Shanks is (812) 232-9596.
- Does Michael Shanks accept Medicare?
- Michael Shanks is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Shanks's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Shanks's NPI (1619241783) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-08-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.