KAREN ELIZABETH SHAFER MD
NPI 1104262674
Family Medicine in Bloomington, IN

Active since May 10, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2605 E CREEKS EDGE DR, BLOOMINGTON, IN 47401(812) 355-2663 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 16, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 16, 2026, Dec 3, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Karen Elizabeth Shafer Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

KAREN ELIZABETH SHAFER MD (NPI 1104262674) is an individual family medicine provider in Bloomington, Indiana, licensed in Ohio (35.134487) and active in the NPI registry since May 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1104262674
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameKAREN ELIZABETH SHAFERCredential: MD
Location Address2605 E CREEKS EDGE DRBloomington, IN 47401-8368
Mailing Address250 N Shadeland AveIndianapolis, IN 46219-4959
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateMay 10, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 16, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 16, 2026
NPI 1104262674 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses Licensed in OH · 35.134487 Licensed in IN · 01079135A
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Also ListedFamily Medicine · Sports MedicineTaxonomy 207QS0010X · License 01079135A (IN), 35.134487 (OH)
2605 E CREEKS EDGE DR, Bloomington, IN 47401

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 13000 Arlington Ave MS 1179Toledo, OH 43614-2595 · Phone (419) 383-4000
Location 21520 N Senate AveIndianapolis, IN 46202-2213 · Phone (317) 962-8893

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Karen Elizabeth Shafer Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID7012205032
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250825001764
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
37 services22 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
35 services32 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
35 services18 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611
This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.
22 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Bloomington, IN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150051
Location2651 East Discovery ParkwayBloomington, IN 47408 · Monroe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 47401 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$82.04 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $20.51 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Physician Assistant
2605 E CREEKS EDGE DR
BLOOMINGTON, IN 47401
Physician Assistant
2605 E CREEKS EDGE DR
BLOOMINGTON, IN 47401
Orthopaedic Surgery
2605 E CREEKS EDGE DR
BLOOMINGTON, IN 47401
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
2605 E CREEKS EDGE DR
BLOOMINGTON, IN 47401
Physical Therapist
2605 E CREEKS EDGE DR
BLOOMINGTON, IN 47401
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
2605 E CREEKS EDGE DR
BLOOMINGTON, IN 47401
Physical Therapist
2605 E CREEKS EDGE DR
BLOOMINGTON, IN 47401
Occupational Therapist
2605 E CREEKS EDGE DR
BLOOMINGTON, IN 47401

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Karen Shafer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Shafer is 1104262674. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2013.

Where is Karen Shafer located?

Karen Shafer practices at 2605 E Creeks Edge Dr, Bloomington, IN 47401. The listed phone number is (812) 355-2663.

What is Karen Shafer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Karen Shafer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Shafer is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Karen Shafer accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and CareSource list Karen Shafer as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Karen Shafer affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karen Shafer is affiliated with Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Shafer was last updated on January 16, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.