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SHEHLA ALAVI MD
NPI 1508838533
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Inver Grove Heights, MN

Active since February 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5625 CENEX DR, MAIL STOP 33100A, INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077(651) 552-2600(651) 552-2614 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Shehla Alavi Md NPPES

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

SHEHLA ALAVI MD (NPI 1508838533) is an individual psychiatry provider in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (41131) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508838533
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameSHEHLA ALAVICredential: MD
Location Address5625 CENEX DR, MAIL STOP 33100AInver Grove Heights, MN 55077-1724
Mailing Address8100 34th Ave S, Mc21110qBloomington, MN 55425-1672 · (952) 883-7172 · Fax (952) 883-5395
Phone(651) 552-2600
Fax(651) 552-2614
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateFebruary 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1508838533 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 41131
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
5625 CENEX DR, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HealthPartners.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

Shehla Alavi 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 ID5799810917
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100312000795
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 Shehla Alavi reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Group Health, Inc.
Same address
General Practice
5625 CENEX DR
Inver Grove, MN 55077
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
  • 2,274 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1013062462 (651) 552-1752

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 3

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
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.
80 services54 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
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.
71 services45 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
15 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55077 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
$168.28 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $42.07 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$69.74 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $17.43 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

KATHERINE QUINN LGSW
Social Worker
5625 CENEX DR
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
Dakota County (651) 552-2600
GROUP HEALTH, INC.
Dentist (General Practice)
5625 CENEX DR
INVER GROVE, MN 55077
Dakota County (651) 552-1752
KIM ANN SCHOUVELLER RN
Family Medicine
5625 CENEX DR
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
Dakota County (651) 552-2602
PAUL W HEIDEMAN PHD.L.P.
Psychologist
5625 CENEX DR, MAIL STOP 33100A
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
Dakota County (651) 552-2600
ELINOR HSU LAC
Acupuncturist
5625 CENEX DR
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
Dakota County (612) 385-3628
ERICA ECCLES-RADTKE PSY.D.
Psychologist
5625 CENEX DR, MAIL STOP 33100A
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
Dakota County (651) 552-2600
VANESSA DIRAMOS GIL M.D.
Family Medicine
5625 CENEX DR
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
Dakota County (651) 552-2600
LYDIA RICARD MS
Counselor (Professional)
5625 CENEX DR
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
Dakota County (651) 552-2600

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 Shehla Alavi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shehla Alavi is 1508838533. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 3, 2006.

Where is Shehla Alavi located?

Shehla Alavi practices at 5625 Cenex Dr Mail Stop 33100A, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077. The listed phone number is (651) 552-2600.

What is Shehla Alavi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Shehla Alavi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shehla Alavi 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 Shehla Alavi's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Shehla Alavi reassigns Medicare benefits to Group Health, Inc. (Inver Grove, MN). 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 Shehla Alavi's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Shehla Alavi accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners list Shehla Alavi 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shehla Alavi was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.