DR. PULIN SHAH M.D.
NPI 1477993988
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Fort Worth, TX

Active since June 28, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1400 8TH AVE, FORT WORTH, TX 76104(214) 820-9248 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 1, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 1, 2022, Feb 24, 2021, Feb 7, 2021 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Pulin Shah M.d. NPPES

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

DR. PULIN SHAH M.D. (NPI 1477993988) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Fort Worth, Texas, licensed in Texas (T5205) and active in the NPI registry since June 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center Fort Worth, and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477993988
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. PULIN SHAHCredential: M.D.
Location Address1400 8TH AVEFort Worth, TX 76104-4110
Mailing Address1400 8th AveFort Worth, TX 76104-4110 · (214) 820-9248
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateJune 28, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 1, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 1, 2022
NPI 1477993988 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License Licensed in TX · T5205
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.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 285003 (NY)
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 285003 (NY), 0101265215 (VA)
1400 8TH AVE, Fort Worth, TX 76104

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

Dr. Pulin Shah 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 ID8921386319
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221020002025
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 5

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.

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.
120 services67 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.
116 services51 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 services59 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.
13 services11 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 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center Fort Worth

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Worth, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450137
Location1400 Eighth AveFort Worth, TX 76104 · Tarrant County
Birthing friendly

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$14.89 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier19 claims19 services$65.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Transplant Surgery
1400 8TH AVE
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1400 8TH AVE
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1400 8TH AVE
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
1400 8TH AVE
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1400 8TH AVE, REHAB UNIT B2 NORTH
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1400 8TH AVE
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
1400 8TH AVE
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal, Critical Care)
1400 8TH AVE
FORT WORTH, TX 76104

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 Pulin Shah's NPI number?

The NPI number for Pulin Shah is 1477993988. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 28, 2013.

Where is Pulin Shah located?

Pulin Shah practices at 1400 8th Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104. The listed phone number is (214) 820-9248.

What is Pulin Shah's specialty?

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

Is Pulin Shah enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Pulin 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.

What insurance does Pulin Shah accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Pulin Shah 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 Pulin Shah affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Pulin Shah is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center Fort Worth.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Pulin Shah was last updated on September 1, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.