Thomas Shelton, M.D.
NPI 1710945522 · Urology Physician · Germantown, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Shelton, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Germantown, TN (NPI 1710945522).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710945522
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 14342 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
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
16,860 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 | 1,599 | $117 |
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Automated81001 | 1,489 | $3 |
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 | 1,488 | $5 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 1,367 | $58 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 1,271 | $15 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 733 | 237 |
| Finasteride | 327 | 93 |
| Dutasteride | 224 | 72 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 114 | 26 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 114 | 36 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 101 | 29 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 90 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,309 across 46 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
- 2006-05-02
- Last updated
- 2013-02-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Shelton's NPI number?
- Thomas Shelton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710945522, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Shelton's specialty?
- Thomas Shelton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Shelton located?
- Thomas Shelton's practice location on file with NPPES is 1325 Wolf Park Dr, Germantown, TN 38138-1742.
- What is Thomas Shelton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Shelton is (901) 252-3400.
- Does Thomas Shelton accept Medicare?
- Thomas Shelton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Shelton's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Shelton's NPI (1710945522) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-02-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.