Robert Shakar, MD
NPI 1861497687 · Anesthesiology Physician · Wilmington, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Shakar, MD is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Wilmington, NC (NPI 1861497687).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861497687
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9801488 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
442 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anesthesia for Procedure for Total Knee Joint Replacement01402 | 42 | $143 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Upper Abdomen00790 | 39 | $157 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Agent And/Or Steroid Into Other Nerve Or Branch64450 | 35 | $38 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 35 | $28 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Esophagus, Stomach, Or Upper Small Bowel Using an Endoscope00731 | 33 | $68 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Agent And/Or Steroid Into Arm Nerve Bundle (brachial Plexus)64415 | 32 | $65 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-17
- Last updated
- 2011-05-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Shakar's NPI number?
- Robert Shakar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861497687, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Shakar's specialty?
- Robert Shakar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Shakar located?
- Robert Shakar's practice location on file with NPPES is 2131 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC 28401-7407.
- What is Robert Shakar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Shakar is (910) 442-1100.
- Does Robert Shakar accept Medicare?
- Robert Shakar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Shakar's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Shakar's NPI (1861497687) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-05-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.