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VIPUL INDULAL SHAH MD
NPI 1184839755
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Florence, SC

Active since May 14, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1203 E CHEVES ST, FLORENCE, SC 29506(843) 777-5601(843) 777-5135 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 4, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Vipul Indulal Shah Md NPPES

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

VIPUL INDULAL SHAH MD (NPI 1184839755) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Florence, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (31225) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mcleod Regional Medical Center-pee Dee, and is a graduate of Other (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1184839755
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameVIPUL INDULAL SHAHCredential: MD
Location Address1203 E CHEVES STFlorence, SC 29506-2711
Mailing Address1203 E Cheves StFlorence, SC 29506-2711 · (843) 777-2564 · Fax (843) 537-2262
Phone(843) 777-5601
Fax(843) 777-5135
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateMay 14, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 4, 2023
NPPES CertifiedDecember 4, 2023
✔ NPI 1184839755 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 31225
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
1203 E CHEVES ST, Florence, SC 29506
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Other Identifiers 7

Other9690217SC · Aetna
Other064SC · Bluechoice
Medicaid5910037NC
OtherAA30388552SC · Medicare Ptan
Other000000246527SC · Unison
Medicaid312254SC
Other211192SC · Medcost

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

Vipul Indulal Shah 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 ID3779650551
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080919000342
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 Vipul Shah reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Mcleod Regional Medical Center Of The Pee Dee, Inc
0.5 mi
Emergency Medical Services
555 E CHEVES ST
Florence, SC 29506
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 816 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1154371433 (843) 777-2000

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
339 services175 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
265 services259 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
157 services142 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
129 services66 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
15 services15 patients
Advance care planning, each additional 30 minutes 99498
Advance care planning involves discussing and documenting your future health care preferences in case you're unable to make decisions for yourself. Each additional 30 minutes allows more time to explore your wishes, values, and goals for treatment.
13 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mcleod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee

Acute Care Hospitals · Florence, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420051
Location555 E Cheves St Box 8700Florence, SC 29506 · Florence County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

MCLEOD PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES II
Internal Medicine
1203 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506
Florence County (843) 777-2564
RYAN DOUGLAS FUCHS
Family Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
1203 E CHEVES ST
FLORENCE, SC 29506
Florence County (843) 777-2000

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 Vipul Shah's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vipul Shah is 1184839755. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 14, 2007.

Where is Vipul Shah located?

Vipul Shah practices at 1203 E Cheves St, Florence, SC 29506. The listed phone number is (843) 777-5601.

What is Vipul Shah's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Vipul Shah enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vipul Shah 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 Vipul Shah's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Vipul Shah reassigns Medicare benefits to Mcleod Regional Medical Center Of The Pee Dee, Inc (Florence, SC). 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 Vipul Shah's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Vipul Shah affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Vipul Shah is affiliated with Mcleod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vipul Shah was last updated on December 4, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.