JOHN FREDERICK SHULER MD
NPI 1487017679
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Kansas City, KS

Q: What is John Shuler's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Shuler is 1487017679. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 4, 2016.

Q: What is John Shuler's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Shuler was last updated on July 20, 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.

Active since April 04, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

4000 CAMBRIDGE ST, KANSAS CITY, KS 66160(913) 588-1227 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 20, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 20, 2023, Jun 23, 2023, May 26, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

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About John Frederick Shuler Md NPPES

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

JOHN FREDERICK SHULER MD (NPI 1487017679) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Kansas City, Kansas, licensed in Kansas (04-47096) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Kansas Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal) (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487017679

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X

Provider Legal NameJOHN FREDERICK SHULERCredential: MD

Location Address4000 CAMBRIDGE STKansas City, KS 66160-3186

Mailing Address3901 Rainbow Blvd, Mail Stop 1020Kansas City, KS 66160-8500 · (913) 588-3807

Phone(913) 588-1227

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal)Graduated 2016

Enumeration DateApril 4, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 20, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 20, 2023

✔ NPI 1487017679 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RH0002X

Licenses✔ Licensed in KS · 04-47096✔ Licensed in CO · DR.0065832✔ Licensed in KY · TP355

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.

4000 CAMBRIDGE ST, Kansas City, KS 66160

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc. and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

John Frederick Shuler 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 ID7911293030

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230714002855

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 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.

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.

157 services82 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.

55 services53 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.

54 services41 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.

47 services32 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.

26 services26 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.

16 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

University Of Kansas Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, KS

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number170040

Location4000 Cambridge StreetKansas City, KS 66160 · Wyandotte County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Olathe Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Olathe, KS

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number170049

Location20333 West 151st StreetOlathe, KS 66061 · Johnson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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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