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DR. EDWIN CHUCK SHIH M.D.
NPI 1114943156
Anesthesiology in San Antonio, TX

Active since July 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
16607 BLANCO RD, SUITE 303, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78232(210) 485-1844(210) 399-2730 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 13, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Edwin Chuck Shih M.d. NPPES

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

DR. EDWIN CHUCK SHIH M.D. (NPI 1114943156) is an individual anesthesiology provider in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (L8955) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with South Texas Spine And Surgical Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1114943156
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. EDWIN CHUCK SHIHCredential: M.D.
Location Address16607 BLANCO RD, SUITE 303San Antonio, TX 78232-1913
Mailing AddressPo Box 4346Houston, TX 77210-4346 · (210) 485-1844 · Fax (210) 399-2730
Phone(210) 485-1844
Fax(210) 399-2730
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At San AntonioGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateJuly 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 13, 2015
✔ NPI 1114943156 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · L8955
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
16607 BLANCO RD, San Antonio, TX 78232
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid168363302TX
Medicare PIN421710ZPGZTX
Other8W6542TX · Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicaid8F4317TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar Insurance Company.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Edwin Chuck Shih M.d. 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 ID2668440686
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040917000852
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Edwin Shih reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Unico Anesthesia Group, PLLC
4.5 mi
Anesthesiology
16170 JONES MALTSBERGER RD STE 106
San Antonio, TX 78247
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 5 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1073990115 (210) 485-1846

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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.

Anesthesia for procedure on eyelid 00103
Anesthesia for an eyelid procedure helps ensure comfort and painlessness during the operation. It's typically a local anesthetic, applied to numb your eyelid and surrounding area. You'll likely be awake but won't feel any discomfort. It's a safe, routine part of many eye procedures.
29 services29 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower spine 00630
Anesthesia for a lower spine procedure involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in your back. This ensures comfort and stillness during the procedure. The type of anesthesia used depends on the specific procedure and your overall health.
28 services26 patients
Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
24 services21 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower spine 00630
Anesthesia for a lower spine procedure involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in your back. This ensures comfort and stillness during the procedure. The type of anesthesia used depends on the specific procedure and your overall health.
20 services20 patients
Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670
Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

South Texas Spine And Surgical Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX
OwnershipPhysician
CMS Certification Number450856
Location18600 North Hardy Oak BlvdSan Antonio, TX 78258 · Bexar County
Emergency services

Legent Orthopedic + Spine

Acute Care Hospitals · San Antonio, TX
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number670112
Location5330 North Loop 1604 WestSan Antonio, TX 78249 · Bexar County

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.

MANDA INVESTMENTS,LLC
In Home Supportive Care
16607 BLANCO RD, SUITE 901
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78232
Bexar County (210) 399-0202
JULIE B GOWEN LCSW
Social Worker
16607 BLANCO RD, STE 904
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78232
Bexar County (210) 219-4991
DAMANIQUE WILLIAMS LPC-S, LCDC
Counselor (Professional)
16607 BLANCO RD, SUITE 701
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78232
Bexar County (210) 749-2868
DR. GERALD RICHARD KREITZ D.C.
Chiropractor
16607 BLANCO RD, SUITE 1401
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78232
Bexar County (210) 492-4433
REBECCA SANTILLAN KAITNER M.D.
Anesthesiology
16607 BLANCO RD, SUITE 303
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78232
Bexar County (210) 485-1844
MRS. KRISTA JUDITH MILLER M.S., LMFT, LCDC
Marriage & Family Therapist
16607 BLANCO RD, SUITE #701
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78232
Bexar County (702) 375-6590
RIVER CITY ORTHOTICS AND PROSTHETICS, LLC
Prosthetic/Orthotic Supplier
16607 BLANCO RD, SUITE 303
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78232
Bexar County (210) 485-1844
COLLABORATIVE HEALING THERAPY
Counselor (Professional)
16607 BLANCO RD, SUITE 502
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78232
Bexar County (210) 416-1621

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 Edwin Shih's NPI number?

The NPI number for Edwin Shih is 1114943156. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 14, 2006.

Where is Edwin Shih located?

Edwin Shih practices at 16607 Blanco Rd Suite 303, San Antonio, TX 78232. The listed phone number is (210) 485-1844.

What is Edwin Shih's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Edwin Shih enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Edwin Shih 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Edwin Shih's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Edwin Shih reassigns Medicare benefits to Unico Anesthesia Group, PLLC (San Antonio, TX). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Edwin Shih's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Edwin Shih accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Oscar Insurance Company list Edwin Shih 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 Edwin Shih affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Edwin Shih is affiliated with South Texas Spine And Surgical Hospital and Legent Orthopedic + Spine.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Edwin Shih was last updated on August 13, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 years 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.