Leigha Shepard, NP
NPI 1821763384 · Nurse Practitioner · Albany, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Leigha Shepard, NP is a Nurse Practitioner provider in Albany, GA (NPI 1821763384).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821763384
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- NP
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- RN278300 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
4 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
662 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 | 239 | $72 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 166 | $88 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 57 | $98 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 41 | $102 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 38 | $133 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 172 | 58 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 161 | 72 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | 86 | 76 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 63 | 31 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 59 | 13 |
| Mupirocin | 55 | 41 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 47 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$260 across 9 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 (1)
- 605 Pointe North BlvdAlbany, GA 31721-1514Phone: (229) 435-7161Fax: (229) 999-6884
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2021-08-16
- Last updated
- 2025-10-09
- Certified
- 2025-10-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Leigha Shepard's NPI number?
- Leigha Shepard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821763384, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Leigha Shepard's specialty?
- Leigha Shepard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Leigha Shepard located?
- Leigha Shepard's practice location on file with NPPES is 605 Pointe North Blvd, Albany, GA 31721-1514.
- What is Leigha Shepard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Leigha Shepard is (229) 435-7161.
- Does Leigha Shepard accept Medicare?
- Leigha Shepard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Leigha Shepard's NPI active?
- Yes — Leigha Shepard's NPI (1821763384) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.