CATHERINE SHAMBLEN MD
NPI 1437775293
Family Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Indianapolis, IN

Active since June 17, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
720 ESKENAZI AVE, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202(317) 278-5581 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 16, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 16, 2023, Jun 17, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Catherine Shamblen Md NPPES

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

CATHERINE SHAMBLEN MD (NPI 1437775293) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Indianapolis, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (01089020A) and active in the NPI registry since June 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Francis Community Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Indianapolis.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437775293
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207QH0002X
Provider Legal NameCATHERINE SHAMBLENCredential: MD
Location Address720 ESKENAZI AVEIndianapolis, IN 46202-5187
Mailing Address720 Eskenazi AveIndianapolis, IN 46202-5187 · (317) 278-5581
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 2020
Enumeration DateJune 17, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 16, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 16, 2023
NPI 1437775293 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207QH0002X
License Licensed in IN · 01089020A
Definition
A family 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.
720 ESKENAZI AVE, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 110122 E 10th St Ste 100Indianapolis, IN 46229-2697 · Phone (317) 355-5717

Accepted 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

Catherine Shamblen 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 ID1850714916
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240911003630
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 4

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.

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.
44 services44 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.
22 services22 patients
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.
17 services14 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
14 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Francis Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Federal Way, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number500141
Location34515 9th Avenue SFederal Way, WA 98003 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46202 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
$82.04 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $20.51 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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 20

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

Marriage & Family Therapist
720 ESKENAZI AVE
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Nurse Practitioner
720 ESKENAZI AVE
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Internal Medicine
720 ESKENAZI AVE
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Social Worker (Clinical)
720 ESKENAZI AVE
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Registered Nurse
720 ESKENAZI AVE
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
720 ESKENAZI AVE
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Registered Nurse (Emergency)
720 ESKENAZI AVE
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Emergency Medicine
720 ESKENAZI AVE
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202

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 Catherine Shamblen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Catherine Shamblen is 1437775293. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 17, 2020.

Where is Catherine Shamblen located?

Catherine Shamblen practices at 720 Eskenazi Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202. The listed phone number is (317) 278-5581.

What is Catherine Shamblen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QH0002X.

Is Catherine Shamblen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Catherine Shamblen 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.

What insurance does Catherine Shamblen accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Catherine Shamblen 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 Catherine Shamblen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Catherine Shamblen is affiliated with St Francis Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Catherine Shamblen was last updated on July 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.