David Shield, M.D.
NPI 1649599903 · Ophthalmology Physician · Florence, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Shield, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Florence, MA (NPI 1649599903).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649599903
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 261632 (MA)
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
16 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
3,562 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 869 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 534 | $122 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 370 | $37 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 324 | $498 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 266 | $38 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 253 | $34 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 805 | 191 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 499 | 355 |
| Timolol Maleate | 274 | 85 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 214 | 63 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 161 | 99 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 150 | 44 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 122 | 36 |
| Netarsudil Mesylat/Latanoprost |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$75 across 1 record (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
- 2010-05-26
- Last updated
- 2021-08-27
- Certified
- 2021-08-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Shield's NPI number?
- David Shield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649599903, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Shield's specialty?
- David Shield is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Shield located?
- David Shield's practice location on file with NPPES is 40 Main St, Florence, MA 01062-1492.
- What is David Shield's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Shield is (413) 584-6422.
- Does David Shield accept Medicare?
- David Shield is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Shield's NPI active?
- Yes — David Shield's NPI (1649599903) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-08-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.