Paul Shields, MD
NPI 1689737967 · Internal Medicine Physician · Naples, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Shields, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Naples, FL (NPI 1689737967).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689737967
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME62050 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
3,740 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 522 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 484 | $92 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 409 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 362 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 204 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 186 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 129 | 38 |
| Losartan Potassium | 121 | 37 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 113 | 31 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 109 | 37 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 106 | 34 |
| Lisinopril | 63 | 19 |
| Apixaban |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-12-18
- Last updated
- 2024-01-17
- Certified
- 2024-01-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Shields's NPI number?
- Paul Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689737967, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Shields's specialty?
- Paul Shields is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Shields located?
- Paul Shields's practice location on file with NPPES is 400 8th St N, Naples, FL 34102-5519.
- What is Paul Shields's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Shields is (239) 649-3316.
- Does Paul Shields accept Medicare?
- Paul Shields is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Shields's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Shields's NPI (1689737967) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.