Fayez Shamieh, M.D.
NPI 1861582504 · Neurology Physician · Lake Charles, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Fayez Shamieh, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Lake Charles, LA (NPI 1861582504).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861582504
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 15000 (LA)
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
19 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
1,158 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 | 538 | $119 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 273 | $85 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 100 | $154 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 70 | $202 |
| Nerve Conduction, 11-12 Studies95912 | 56 | $222 |
| Nerve Conduction, 9-10 Studies |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 59 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 272 | 66 |
| Memantine Hcl | 176 | 48 |
| Alprazolam | 169 | 27 |
| Levetiracetam | 119 | 36 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 105 | 41 |
| Primidone | 102 | 26 |
| Pregabalin | 98 | 24 |
| Clonazepam |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$115 across 7 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
- 2006-10-13
- Last updated
- 2007-07-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Fayez Shamieh's NPI number?
- Fayez Shamieh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861582504, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Fayez Shamieh's specialty?
- Fayez Shamieh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Fayez Shamieh located?
- Fayez Shamieh's practice location on file with NPPES is 707 S Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70601-5728.
- What is Fayez Shamieh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Fayez Shamieh is (337) 433-0762.
- Does Fayez Shamieh accept Medicare?
- Fayez Shamieh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Fayez Shamieh's NPI active?
- Yes — Fayez Shamieh's NPI (1861582504) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.