DR. SHYAMAL R ASHER MD
NPI 1174887541
Anesthesiology in Providence, RI

Q: What is Shyamal Asher's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shyamal Asher is 1174887541. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 29, 2012.

Q: What is Shyamal Asher's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shyamal Asher was last updated on March 16, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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 June 29, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

593 EDDY ST, PROVIDENCE, RI 02903(401) 444-5172(401) 444-5090 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 16, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 16, 2023, Aug 2, 2019, Mar 17, 2018 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dr. Shyamal R Asher Md NPPES

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

DR. SHYAMAL R ASHER MD (NPI 1174887541) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Providence, Rhode Island, licensed in Rhode Island (MD16763) and active in the NPI registry since June 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174887541

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. SHYAMAL R ASHERCredential: MD

Location Address593 EDDY STProvidence, RI 02903

Mailing Address117 Ellenfield St Ste 101Providence, RI 02905-4541 · (401) 444-6779 · Fax (401) 444-6912

Phone(401) 444-5172

Fax(401) 444-5090

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSWarren Alpert Medical School Of Brown UniversityGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateJune 29, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 16, 20235 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMarch 16, 2023

✔ NPI 1174887541 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in RI · MD16763✔ Licensed in MA · 265828

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.

593 EDDY ST, Providence, RI 02903

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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 1101 Dudley StProvidence, RI 02905-2401 · Phone (401) 453-7950 · Fax (401) 453-7658

Location 275 FRANCIS STBOSTON, MA 02115-6110 · Phone (617) 732-5500

Location 35841 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60637-1443 · Phone (773) 702-1000

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Taro Health.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. Shyamal R Asher 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 ID7517260144

PECOS Enrollment IDI20190813002006

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 Shyamal Asher reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Lifespan Physician Group, Inc.

Same address

Anesthesiology

593 EDDY ST
Providence, RI 02903

Reassigned Medicare billing, Rhode Island enrollment
112 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1053782466 (401) 444-5172

Brigham & Womens Physicians Organization Inc

39 mi

Internal Medicine

75 FRANCIS ST
Boston, MA 02115

Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
4,574 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1033535497 (617) 732-5500

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 6

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.

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

46 services46 patients

Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity 00537

Anesthesia for a procedure to assess heart electrical activity helps ensure comfort and relaxation. It involves administering medication that either numbs a specific area or makes you sleep temporarily. This allows doctors to safely examine your heart's electrical signals without causing discomfort.

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Anesthesia for procedure on heart and large blood vessels 00560

Anesthesia for heart and large blood vessel procedures involves using medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during surgery. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). It helps ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.

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Anesthesia for x-ray on artery of brain, heart, or chest 01926

Anesthesia is given before an x-ray of the brain, heart, or chest artery to ensure comfort and stillness. It helps to eliminate discomfort or pain during the procedure. It's administered by a trained professional, ensuring a safe and smooth procedure.

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Anesthesia for procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm 00410

Anesthesia for a procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm ensures you won't feel pain during the treatment. It can be general, where you're completely asleep, or local, numbing only a specific area. Your vital signs are monitored to ensure safety during the procedure.

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Anesthesia for insertion of permanent heart pacemaker 00530

Anesthesia for a permanent heart pacemaker insertion helps to ensure comfort and calmness during the procedure. It's typically a local anesthetic, numbing the area where the pacemaker is inserted. Sedation may also be given to help you relax. You'll be awake, but may not remember the procedure.

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Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Rhode Island Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Providence, RI

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipTribal

CMS Certification Number410007

Location593 Eddy StreetProvidence, RI 02903 · Providence County

Emergency services

The Miriam Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Providence, RI

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number410012

Location164 Summit AvenueProvidence, RI 02906 · Providence County

Emergency services

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.

DR. KEITH-AUSTIN SCARFO D.O.

Anesthesiology

593 EDDY ST, APC 6
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 444-3777

AILEEN HSUEH

Surgery

593 EDDY ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 444-8450

RHODE ISLAND HOSPITAL

General Acute Care Hospital

593 EDDY ST, MAIN 4
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 444-7585

DR. GA HIE NAM M.D.

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)

593 EDDY ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 444-5057

EUGENIE ATALLAH

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

593 EDDY ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 606-2645

BRET CAULFIELD

Physician Assistant

593 EDDY ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 444-4000

JUNG HO GONG

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

593 EDDY ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 793-2695

FANNY HUANG MD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

593 EDDY ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 02903

Providence County (401) 444-4741

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 Shyamal Asher's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shyamal Asher is 1174887541. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 29, 2012.

Where is Shyamal Asher located?

Shyamal Asher practices at 593 Eddy St, Providence, RI 02903. The listed phone number is (401) 444-5172.

What is Shyamal Asher's specialty?

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

Is Shyamal Asher enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shyamal Asher 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 organizations bill Medicare for Shyamal Asher's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Shyamal Asher reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Lifespan Physician Group, Inc. (Providence, RI) and Brigham & Womens Physicians Organization Inc (Boston, MA). 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 Shyamal Asher's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Shyamal Asher accept?

Health plans from Taro Health list Shyamal Asher 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 Shyamal Asher affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Shyamal Asher is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital and The Miriam Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shyamal Asher was last updated on March 16, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.