CHARLES A SHEPARD MD
NPI 1477563179
Internal Medicine in Winona, MN

NPI Status: Active since August 08, 2006

Contact Information

859 MANKATO AVE
WINONA, MN
ZIP 55987
Phone: (507) 454-3680
Fax: (507) 457-7672

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  • Individual
  • Male
  • Internal Medicine
  • Accepts Insurance
  • PECOS Enrolled

About CHARLES SHEPARD

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Charles Shepard, an internist established in Winona, Minnesota with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1477563179 assigned on August 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207R00000X with license number 21197 (MN). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 19 years ago.

NPI
1477563179
Provider Name
CHARLES A SHEPARD MD
Gender
Male
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
859 MANKATO AVE WINONA, MN 55987
Location Phone
(507) 454-3680
Location Fax
(507) 457-7672
Mailing Address
859 MANKATO AVE WINONA CLINIC LTD WINONA, MN 55987
Mailing Phone
(507) 454-3680
Mailing Fax
(507) 457-7672
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
08-08-2006
Last Update Date
07-08-2007
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An internist like Charles Shepard is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Internal Medicine

Taxonomy Code
207R00000X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
21197
License State
MN
Taxonomy Description
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Engage by Medica Bronze HSA - EPO
  • Engage by Medica Bronze Share - EPO
  • Engage by Medica Expanded Bronze Standard - EPO
  • Engage by Medica Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
  • Engage by Medica Gold Share - EPO
  • Engage by Medica Gold Standard - EPO
  • Engage by Medica Silver $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
  • Engage by Medica Silver Share - EPO
  • Engage by Medica Silver Standard - EPO
  • Medica Individual Choice Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits - HMO
  • Medica Individual Choice Bronze HSA - EPO
  • Medica Individual Choice Bronze Share - EPO
  • Medica Individual Choice Bronze Share - HMO
  • Medica Individual Choice Expanded Bronze Standard - EPO
  • Medica Individual Choice Expanded Bronze Standard - HMO
  • Medica Individual Choice Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits - EPO
  • Medica Individual Choice Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits - HMO
  • Medica Individual Choice Gold Share - EPO
  • Medica Individual Choice Gold Share - HMO
  • Medica Individual Choice Gold Standard - EPO

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.

Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
A95688MEDICARE UPIN (02) 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Charles Shepard is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

  • DME-Other DME (DE017N)

    Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips (HCPCS:A4253)

    6 DME suppliers used 36 Medicare Claims 75 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each (HCPCS:A7030)

    1 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 11 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each (HCPCS:A7031)

    1 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 28 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Headgear used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7035)

    1 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device (HCPCS:A7038)

    1 DME suppliers used 17 Medicare Claims 102 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE001N)

    Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device (HCPCS:E0601)

    1 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 14 Services Paid

  • DME-Other DME (DE017N)

    Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service (HCPCS:K0553)

    1 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 13 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

This service was performed 56 times for 56 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

This service was performed 164 times for 114 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

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.

This service was performed 205 times for 102 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 55987 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204

  • Average New Patient Price $127.61
  • Minimum New Patient Price $56
  • Maximum New Patient Price $168.28
  • Average New Patient Copayment $31.9
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $14
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $42.07

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $98.61
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $18.32
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $138.04
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $24.65
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.58
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $34.51

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1477563179, we treat the final digit (9) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 61. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 61 = 9).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
4
Unchanged
Pos 3
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Pos 4
7
Unchanged
Pos 5
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 6
6
Unchanged
Pos 7
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 8
1
Unchanged
Pos 9
7
Doubled → 14 → 1 + 4
Check
9
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 7 → 14 → 5 5 → 10 → 1 3 → 6 7 → 14 → 5

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 4 + 1 + 4 + 7 + 1 + 0 + 6 + 6 + 1 + 1 + 4 + 24 = 61

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 61 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 61 = 9
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 9, which matches the last digit of 1477563179.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 14 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Nurse Practitioner
859 MANKATO AVE, WINONA CLINIC
WINONA, MN 55987
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
859 MANKATO AVE, WINONA CLINIC LTD
WINONA, MN 55987
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
859 MANKATO AVE
WINONA, MN 55987
Clinic/Center
859 MANKATO AVE
WINONA, MN 55987
Family Medicine
859 MANKATO AVE
WINONA, MN 55987
Pharmacist
859 MANKATO AVE
WINONA, MN 55987
Clinic/Center (Community Health)
859 MANKATO AVE
WINONA, MN 55987
Clinic/Center
859 MANKATO AVE
WINONA, MN 55987
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
859 MANKATO AVE
WINONA, MN 55987
Dietitian, Registered
859 MANKATO AVE
WINONA, MN 55987
Clinic/Center (Rural Health)
859 MANKATO AVE
WINONA, MN 55987
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
859 MANKATO AVE
WINONA, MN 55987
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
859 MANKATO AVE
WINONA, MN 55987
Pharmacy (Specialty Pharmacy)
859 MANKATO AVE
WINONA, MN 55987

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1477563179, enumerated as an "individual" on August 08, 2006.

The provider is located at 859 MANKATO AVE WINONA, MN 55987 and the phone number is (507) 454-3680.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medica, Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.