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

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: October 18, 2026.

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

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 maintains 3 additional practice locations.

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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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 12594 Trailridge Dr ELafayette, CO 80026-3186 · Phone (303) 449-7740
Location 23181 SW Sam Jackson Park RdPortland, OR 97239-3011 · Phone (503) 494-8211
Location 31733 Harrodsburg RdLexington, KY 40504-3667 · Phone (859) 296-6100

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, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show John Shuler reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Kansas University Physicians Inc
Same address
Internal Medicine
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
Kansas City, KS 66160
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kansas enrollment
  • 2,139 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1003858333 (913) 588-2527

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

KELSIE MARIE ZIMMERMAN
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160
Wyandotte County (913) 588-8503
BLAKE CHRISTOPHER HEYING CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160
Wyandotte County (913) 588-1227
KANSAS UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INC
Internal Medicine
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160
Wyandotte County (913) 588-2527
ZEESHAN SATTAR
Internal Medicine
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160
Wyandotte County (913) 588-6005
AUSTIN MAYES PETZ
Emergency Medicine
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160
Wyandotte County (913) 588-1559
MS. BRYLEE MALIA ANDERSEN
Registered Nurse (Oncology)
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160
Wyandotte County (913) 588-1227
MARY L. THIESSEN M.D.
Emergency Medicine
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160
Wyandotte County (913) 588-6500
ANDERS MEYER
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160
Wyandotte County (913) 588-7090

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 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.

Where is John Shuler located?

John Shuler practices at 4000 Cambridge St, Kansas City, KS 66160. The listed phone number is (913) 588-1227.

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.

Is John Shuler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Shuler 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for John Shuler's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), John Shuler reassigns Medicare benefits to Kansas University Physicians Inc (Kansas City, KS). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for John Shuler's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does John Shuler accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc. and Oscar Insurance Company list John Shuler 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 John Shuler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Shuler is affiliated with University Of Kansas Hospital and Olathe Medical Center.

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.