Daniel Schuster, M.D.
NPI 1821388968 · Otolaryngology Physician · Nashville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Daniel Schuster, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Nashville, TN (NPI 1821388968).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821388968
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 50552 (TN)
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
15 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
995 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 | 207 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 190 | $84 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 165 | $43 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 131 | $158 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 92 | $170 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 84 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 158 | 80 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 121 | 51 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 67 | 36 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 29 | 27 |
| Mupirocin | 20 | 17 |
| Prednisone | 17 | 15 |
| Famotidine | 16 | — |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$136 across 2 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
- 2011-04-11
- Last updated
- 2022-03-23
- Certified
- 2022-03-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Daniel Schuster's NPI number?
- Daniel Schuster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821388968, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Daniel Schuster's specialty?
- Daniel Schuster is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Daniel Schuster located?
- Daniel Schuster's practice location on file with NPPES is 3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232-0001.
- What is Daniel Schuster's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Daniel Schuster is (615) 322-3000.
- Does Daniel Schuster accept Medicare?
- Daniel Schuster is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Daniel Schuster's NPI active?
- Yes — Daniel Schuster's NPI (1821388968) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-03-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.