Laura Shepherd, MD
NPI 1730162926 · Nephrology Physician · Gainesville, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Laura Shepherd, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Gainesville, GA (NPI 1730162926).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730162926
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 052631 (GA)
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
7,976 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 792 | $9 |
| Kidney Function Blood Test Panel80069 | 762 | $8 |
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Automated81001 | 747 | $3 |
| Red Blood Cell Concentration Measurement85014 | 747 | $2 |
| Blood Count, Hemoglobin85018 | 747 | $2 |
| Total Protein Level, Urine84156 | 742 | $4 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 270 | 76 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 157 | 48 |
| Losartan Potassium | 120 | 41 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 81 | 23 |
| Lisinopril | 71 | 25 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 66 | 23 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 40 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$22 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
- 2005-11-22
- Last updated
- 2021-03-09
- Certified
- 2021-03-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Laura Shepherd's NPI number?
- Laura Shepherd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730162926, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Laura Shepherd's specialty?
- Laura Shepherd is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Laura Shepherd located?
- Laura Shepherd's practice location on file with NPPES is 1240 Jesse Jewell Pkwy Se, Gainesville, GA 30501-3862.
- What is Laura Shepherd's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Laura Shepherd is (770) 536-9864.
- Does Laura Shepherd accept Medicare?
- Laura Shepherd is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Laura Shepherd's NPI active?
- Yes — Laura Shepherd's NPI (1730162926) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.