Donald Shields, M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1962460907 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Spartanburg, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Donald Shields, M.D., PH.D. is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Spartanburg, SC (NPI 1962460907).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962460907
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., PH.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 68374 (MD)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
1,363 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy Procedure Using Exercise to Develop Strength, Endurance, Range of Motion, and Flexibility, Each 15 Minutes97110 | 334 | $23 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 141 | $103 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 124 | $84 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 104 | $47 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 97 | $119 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tizanidine Hcl | 102 | 71 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 79 | 56 |
| Gabapentin | 63 | 28 |
| Cephalexin | 48 | 43 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 28 | 23 |
| Naloxone Hcl | 26 | 25 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | 21 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$157 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 2150 Pennsylvania Ave NwSuite 7-420Washington, DC 20037-3201Phone: (202) 741-2750Fax: (202) 741-2742
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-01
- Last updated
- 2020-05-27
- Certified
- 2020-05-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Donald Shields's NPI number?
- Donald Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962460907, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Donald Shields's specialty?
- Donald Shields is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Donald Shields located?
- Donald Shields's practice location on file with NPPES is 1330 Boiling Springs Rd Ste 1600, Spartanburg, SC 29303-4219.
- What is Donald Shields's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Donald Shields is (864) 582-6396.
- Does Donald Shields accept Medicare?
- Donald Shields is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Donald Shields's NPI active?
- Yes — Donald Shields's NPI (1962460907) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-05-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.