CHRISTOPHER DONALD SHANK M.D.
NPI 1336582246
Neurological Surgery in Fort Worth, TX

Q: What is Christopher Shank's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Shank is 1336582246. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2013.

Q: What is Christopher Shank's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Shank was last updated on February 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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 April 10, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

75.27/100

CMS Quality Rating

800 5TH AVE STE 500, FORT WORTH, TX 76104(817) 250-4280(817) 250-4281 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 21, 2022, Aug 3, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Christopher Donald Shank M.d. NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER DONALD SHANK M.D. (NPI 1336582246) is an individual neurological surgery provider in Fort Worth, Texas, licensed in Texas (S5070) and active in the NPI registry since April 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At Houston (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1336582246

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207T00000X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER DONALD SHANKCredential: M.D.

Location Address800 5TH AVE STE 500Fort Worth, TX 76104-7304

Mailing Address800 5th Ave Ste 500Fort Worth, TX 76104-7304 · (817) 250-4280 · Fax (817) 250-4281

Phone(817) 250-4280

Fax(817) 250-4281

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At HoustonGraduated 2013

Enumeration DateApril 10, 2013

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 21, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 21, 2022

✔ NPI 1336582246 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207T00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · S5070

Definition

A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.

800 5TH AVE STE 500, Fort Worth, TX 76104

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Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christopher Donald Shank 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 ID5395985865

PECOS Enrollment IDI20200806002926

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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.

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.

159 services133 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.

63 services61 patients

Fusion of additional segment of spine 22614

Fusion of an additional segment of the spine is a surgical procedure to join two or more vertebrae together. This is done to stabilize the spine and reduce pain or correct a deformity. The procedure involves using bone grafts, rods, or screws to secure the spine.

61 services18 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

51 services51 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

32 services29 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.

27 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Worth, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number450135

Location1301 Pennsylvania AvenueFort Worth, TX 76104 · Tarrant County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Azle

Acute Care Hospitals · Azle, TX

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number450419

Location108 Denver TrailAzle, TX 76020 · Tarrant County

Emergency services

Texas Health Huguley Hospital Fort Worth South

Acute Care Hospitals · Burleson, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number450677

Location11801 South FreewayBurleson, TX 76028 · Johnson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest F

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Worth, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450779

Location6100 Harris PkwyFort Worth, TX 76132 · Tarrant County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Alliance

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Worth, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number670085

Location10864 Texas Health TrailFort Worth, TX 76244 · Tarrant County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76104 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

$129.63 typical visit price

range $56.47 – $171.07

Typical copayment $32.40 (range $14.11 – $42.76)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$70.45 typical visit price

range $18.18 – $139.68

Typical copayment $17.61 (range $4.54 – $34.92)

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.

75.27/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

68.07

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

49.5

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.

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