Robert Shields, DPM
NPI 1740668839 · Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist · Newport, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Podiatry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Shields, DPM is a Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist provider in Newport, KY (NPI 1740668839).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740668839
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Foot & Ankle Surgery PodiatristPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
- Credential
- DPM
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 36.003878 (OH)
Specialties & taxonomies
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
6 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
726 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 248 | $79 |
| Removal of Fingernails Or Toenails, 6 Or More Nails11721 | 117 | $42 |
| Removal of Skin and Tissue, 20.0 Sq Cm Or Less11042 | 80 | $53 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 74 | $108 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 56 | $104 |
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 37 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 79 | 63 |
| Cephalexin | 46 | 41 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 38 | 27 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 37 | 29 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 29 | 22 |
| Methylprednisolone | 21 | 17 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$344 across 5 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 (5)
- 525 Alexandria PikeSouthgate, KY 41071-3290Phone: (859) 212-0175Fax: (859) 441-3698
- 5463 N Bend RdCincinnati, OH 45247Phone: (513) 385-7733Fax: (513) 385-7703
- 5315 Delhi RdCincinnati, OH 45238-5214Phone: (513) 922-2335Fax: (513) 922-4454
- 3248 Westbourne Dr Ste 1Cincinnati, OH 45248-5146Phone: (513) 662-3900Fax: (513) 662-3933
- 1151 Stone Dr Ste 10jHarrison, OH 45030-1664Phone: (513) 662-3900Fax: (513) 662-3933
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-05-11
- Last updated
- 2025-10-30
- Certified
- 2025-10-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Shields's NPI number?
- Robert Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740668839, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Shields's specialty?
- Robert Shields is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers).
- Where is Robert Shields located?
- Robert Shields's practice location on file with NPPES is 200 West 3rd Street, Newport, KY 41071-1814.
- What is Robert Shields's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Shields is (859) 212-0175.
- Does Robert Shields accept Medicare?
- Robert Shields is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Shields's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Shields's NPI (1740668839) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.