VIJI SHANKAR M.D.
NPI 1194911727
Pain Medicine - Interventional Pain Medicine in Fayetteville, NC

Q: What is Viji Shankar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Viji Shankar is 1194911727. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 18, 2007.

Q: What is Viji Shankar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Viji Shankar was last updated on April 28, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.

Active since September 18, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2149 VALLEYGATE DR STE 201, FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28304(910) 687-4888 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 28, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

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About Viji Shankar M.d. NPPES

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

VIJI SHANKAR M.D. (NPI 1194911727) is an individual interventional pain medicine provider in Fayetteville, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2019-02792) and active in the NPI registry since September 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194911727

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy208VP0014X

Provider Legal NameVIJI SHANKARCredential: M.D.

Location Address2149 VALLEYGATE DR STE 201Fayetteville, NC 28304-3668

Mailing Address695 S Bennett StSouthern Pines, NC 28387-5919 · (910) 687-4888

Phone(910) 687-4888

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1993

Enumeration DateSeptember 18, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateApril 28, 2026

NPPES CertifiedApril 28, 2026

✔ NPI 1194911727 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208VP0014X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 2019-02792

Definition

Interventional Pain Medicine is the discipline of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders principally with the application of interventional techniques in managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, independently or in conjunction with other modalities of treatment.

Also ListedPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationTaxonomy 208100000X · License MD437333 (PA)

2149 VALLEYGATE DR STE 201, Fayetteville, NC 28304

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1695 S Bennett StSouthern Pines, NC 28387-5919 · Phone (910) 687-4888

Location 2610 N Fayetteville St Ste 106Asheboro, NC 27203-4671 · Phone (910) 687-4888

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1024620430001PA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of North Carolina and more.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

Viji Shankar 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 ID9638200223

PECOS Enrollment IDI20200108003030

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

Integrated Pain Solutions PLLC

29 mi

Interventional Pain Medicine

695 S BENNETT ST
Southern Pines, NC 28387

Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
24 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1790728921 (910) 725-1708

Advanced Spine And Pain Center, P.A.

32 mi

Pain Medicine

1 MEDICAL DR
Benson, NC 27504

Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
9 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1639317332 (919) 894-1740

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.

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301

Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.

140 services14 patients

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.

108 services58 patients

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance 62323

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.

103 services54 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

41 services41 patients

Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance 62321

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your middle or upper spine canal. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The substance can help diagnose or treat various conditions, providing relief from symptoms.

32 services22 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483

This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.

15 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Pinehurst, NC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number340115

Location155 Memorial DrivePinehurst, NC 28374 · Moore County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28304 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

$125.01 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$95.94 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

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 6

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

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