PAULA JEAN SHEPHERD M.D.
NPI 1164566675
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Spokane, WA

Q: What is Paula Shepherd's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paula Shepherd is 1164566675. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 16, 2007.

Q: Where is Paula Shepherd located?

Paula Shepherd practices at 801 S Stevens St, Spokane, WA 99204. The listed phone number is (509) 496-2321.

Q: What is Paula Shepherd's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Q: Is Paula Shepherd enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paula Shepherd 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.

Q: Which organizations bill Medicare for Paula Shepherd's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Paula Shepherd reassigns Medicare benefits to 12 organizations: Integra Imaging, Ps (Spokane, WA), Inland Imaging LLC (Spokane, WA), Columbia County Hospital District (Dayton, WA), Columbia Basin Health Association (Connell, WA), Grant County Public Hospital District 3 (Ephrata, WA) and 7 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each 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 Paula Shepherd's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Q: What insurance does Paula Shepherd accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and Moda Health Plan, Inc. list Paula Shepherd 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.

Q: Is Paula Shepherd affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paula Shepherd is affiliated with St. Patrick Hospital, Providence St Mary Medical Center, Prov Sacred Hrt Med Ctr & Childs Hosp., Kadlec Regional Medical Center and Providence Holy Family Hospital.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paula Shepherd was last updated on October 8, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 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.

Active since February 16, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

801 S STEVENS ST, SPOKANE, WA 99204(509) 496-2321 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 8, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

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About Paula Jean Shepherd M.d. NPPES

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

PAULA JEAN SHEPHERD M.D. (NPI 1164566675) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Spokane, Washington, licensed in Washington (41566) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St. Patrick Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164566675

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X

Provider Legal NamePAULA JEAN SHEPHERDCredential: M.D.

Location Address801 S STEVENS STSpokane, WA 99204-2654

Mailing Address801 S Stevens StSpokane, WA 99204-2654 · (509) 496-2321

Phone(509) 496-2321

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Rochester School Of Medicine And DentistryGraduated 1997

Enumeration DateFebruary 16, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 8, 2009

✔ NPI 1164566675 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2085R0202X

License✔ Licensed in WA · 41566

Definition

A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.

801 S STEVENS ST, Spokane, WA 99204

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINI70626WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Moda Health Plan, Inc..Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Paula Jean Shepherd 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 ID8022113513

PECOS Enrollment IDI20070411000292, I20160321002458

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 Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Paula Shepherd reassigns Medicare billing to 12 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Integra Imaging, Ps

Same address

Diagnostic Radiology

801 S STEVENS ST
Spokane, WA 99204

Reassigned Medicare billing, Montana and Washington enrollments
130 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1174876437 (509) 747-4455

Inland Imaging LLC

0.5 mi

Diagnostic Radiology

525 S COWLEY ST
Spokane, WA 99202

Reassigned Medicare billing, Montana and Washington enrollments
120 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1851352348 (509) 747-4455

Columbia County Hospital District

96 mi

Critical Access

1012 SOUTH THIRD STREET
Dayton, WA 99328

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
141 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1134128911 (509) 382-2531

Columbia Basin Health Association

97 mi

Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)

1051 S. COLUMBIA AVENUE
Connell, WA 99326

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
76 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1528316379 (509) 488-5256

Grant County Public Hospital District 3

102 mi

Emergency Medical Services

200 NAT WASHINGTON WAY
Ephrata, WA 98823

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: Grant County Public Hospital District No. 3
144 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1134283930 (509) 754-4631

Okanogan Douglas District Hospital #1

114 mi

Critical Access

507 HOSPITAL WAY
Brewster, WA 98812

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: Okanogan Douglas County Hospital Dist 1
Also billed through NPI 1205942257 (Washington)
158 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1043363591 (509) 689-2517

Grant County Public Hospital District 2

118 mi

Emergency Medical Services

908 10TH AVE SW
Quincy, WA 98848

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: Grant County Hospital District No. 2
141 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1659445468 (509) 787-3531

Medical Imaging Northwest - Good Samaritan Hospital Imaging Alliance

225 mi

Radiology

10004 204TH AVE E, SUITE 2600
Bonney Lake, WA 98391

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
137 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1699063354 (253) 841-4353

Inland Imaging Associates Ps

229 mi

Diagnostic Radiology

1200 12TH AVE S
Seattle, WA 98144

Reassigned Medicare billing, Montana and Washington enrollments
129 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1982236469 (509) 363-7788

Manor Care Of Salmon Creek Wa, Association

282 mi

Skilled Nursing Facility

2811 NE 139TH ST
Vancouver, WA 98686

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: Kaiser Foundation Health Plan Of The Northwest
2,534 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1609171081 (360) 574-5247

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 28

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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045

A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.

1,620 services1,398 patients

Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967

Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.

1,273 services17 patients

Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74177

A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye, called contrast, is used to make certain areas more visible. This can help identify issues such as infections, tumors, or other abnormalities. The procedure is painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.

368 services366 patients

Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450

A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.

281 services279 patients

X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046

A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.

220 services219 patients

Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast 74176

A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis is a non-invasive medical test. It uses special X-ray equipment to create detailed images of your abdominal and pelvic areas. This helps doctors examine organs, tissues, and vessels. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.

185 services182 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of chest with contrast 71275

A CT scan of the chest with contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays and a special dye to get detailed images of your blood vessels in the chest. This helps in diagnosing conditions related to heart and lungs.

182 services181 patients

Ct scan of upper spine without contrast 72125

A CT scan of the upper spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your neck and upper back. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, tumors, or infections. No dye (contrast) is used in this scan.

127 services127 patients

X-ray of abdomen, 1 view 74018

An X-ray of the abdomen, 1 view, is a quick and painless imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the structures in your abdomen, such as the stomach, liver, and intestines. This can help identify issues like blockages, infections, or injuries.

84 services80 patients

Ct scan of chest without contrast 71250

A CT scan of the chest without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses special X-ray equipment to produce detailed images of your chest area, including your lungs and heart. It can help diagnose conditions such as lung diseases or heart disorders. It doesn't involve any dyes or contrast agents.

81 services80 patients

Ct scan of chest with contrast 71260

A CT scan of the chest with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye (contrast) is used to highlight specific areas in your body, providing clearer pictures of your chest. This helps in diagnosing conditions related to your lungs, heart, and other chest structures.

78 services78 patients

X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046

55 services55 patients

X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502

An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.

35 services35 patients

Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers 93971

This is a non-invasive procedure using sound waves to visualize veins in an arm or leg. It involves applying gentle pressure and performing certain movements. It helps identify any abnormal blood flow or clots, ensuring vascular health.

34 services34 patients

Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74177

26 services18 patients

Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen 76705

A limited ultrasound scan of the abdomen is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses sound waves to produce images of the abdominal organs such as the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys. This helps to identify any abnormalities or issues.

24 services24 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74174

A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is a medical imaging procedure. A special dye, called contrast, is used to make blood vessels more visible. The scan produces detailed images of your abdomen and pelvis, helping doctors to diagnose conditions or plan treatments.

23 services23 patients

Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers 93970

An ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of your veins. This helps identify blood clots or other vein problems. During the procedure, pressure is applied to the veins and certain movements are performed to assess blood flow.

20 services20 patients

X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030

An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.

19 services19 patients

Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast 74176

19 services11 patients

Ct scan of face without contrast 70486

A CT scan of the face without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your face, including bones, soft tissues, and blood vessels. It's often used to diagnose diseases, injuries, or abnormalities. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.

17 services17 patients

X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views 73630

An X-ray of the foot, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones and tissues in your foot. This helps to identify fractures, infections, or other abnormalities. Multiple views ensure a comprehensive examination.

17 services17 patients

X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views 72170

An X-ray of the pelvis, 1-2 views, is a quick and painless imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the lower part of your torso. These images help to detect any abnormalities or injuries in your hip bones and surrounding structures.

15 services15 patients

Ct scan of pelvis without contrast 72192

A CT scan of the pelvis without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your lower abdomen area. It helps in detecting issues like injuries, inflammation, or abnormal growths. It doesn't involve any dye injection.

15 services15 patients

X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views 73110

An X-ray of the wrist, minimum of 3 views, is a diagnostic procedure that uses radiation to create images of your wrist from different angles. This helps detect fractures, infections, or other abnormalities for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

15 services15 patients

X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views 73610

An ankle X-ray is a quick, painless imaging test. It involves capturing at least three different images or 'views' of your ankle using small amounts of radiation. These images help identify any abnormalities or injuries, such as fractures or arthritis.

15 services14 patients

X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views 73130

An X-ray of the hand, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones in your hand from different angles. This helps in diagnosing fractures, infections, arthritis, or other abnormalities. It's quick and painless.

12 services12 patients

Ct scan of leg without contrast 73700

A CT scan of the leg is a non-invasive imaging test that uses X-rays to capture detailed images of your leg's bones, muscles, and blood vessels. It doesn't use contrast dye and doesn't cause any pain. It helps in diagnosing injuries or diseases.

12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

St. Patrick Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Missoula, MT

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number270014

Location500 W BroadwayMissoula, MT 59806 · Missoula County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Providence St Mary Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Walla Walla, WA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500002

Location401 W Poplar StWalla Walla, WA 99362 · Walla Walla County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prov Sacred Hrt Med Ctr & Childs Hosp.

Acute Care Hospitals · Spokane, WA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number500054

Location101 West 8th AvenueSpokane, WA 99204 · Spokane County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Kadlec Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Richland, WA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500058

Location888 Swift BlvdRichland, WA 99352 · Benton County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Providence Holy Family Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Spokane, WA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500077

Location5633 North LidgerwoodSpokane, WA 99208 · Spokane County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 99204 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

$88.29 typical visit price

range $57.27 – $172.80

Typical copayment $22.07 (range $14.31 – $43.20)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$71.29 typical visit price

range $18.56 – $141.11

Typical copayment $17.82 (range $4.64 – $35.27)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Appropriate Follow-up Imaging for Incidental Abdominal Lesions

Percentage of final reports for abdominal imaging studies for asymptomatic patients aged 18 years and older with one or more of the following noted incidentally with follow_up imaging recommended: - Liver lesion =< 0.5 cm - Cystic kidney lesion < 1.0 cm -…

Lower rates are better for this measure.

0%77 patients

Radiation Consideration for Adult CT: Utilization of Dose Lowering Techniques

Percentage of final reports for patients aged 18 years and older undergoing CT with documentation that one or more of the following dose reduction techniques were used: - Automated exposure control - Adjustment of the mA and/or kV according to patient size -…

100%616 patients

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

JODI L BAILEY MD

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)